To help you stay cool while nourishing your body, try this healthy drink recipe for an Immune Boosting Beet-Turmeric Refresher made with green tea, turmeric, ginger, lemon and beet crystals. This healthy mocktail is not only hydrating, but it’s kind of like having a sunset (or sunrise) in your glass. Great for your immune system, it’s also nutrient and antioxidant-rich, super-refreshing and easy to make. You may even have most of the ingredients in your pantry right now.
1/8tspturmeric driedor finely grated 1 inch knob of fresh turmeric
2-3teaspoonsFlora Health Organic Red Beet Crystals
2tablespoonsof lemon juice
1tspFlora Health Manuka Honeyor more to taste
top with sparkling water
DIRECTIONS
Heat ½ cup (4 oz) water to just below boiling. Remove from heat and add your green tea bag, ginger and turmeric. After 5 minutes stir in the honey and lemon juice. Allow to steep for 10 minutes or until completely cool. Place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
To Serve: Add ice to a tall glass. Strain and pour green tea mixture over ice. Top with sparkling water. To get a sunset effect, dissolve the beet crystals with a tablespoon of water and then pour gently against the back of the glass. Enjoy!
Notes
Note: If you don’t have Manuka honey you may substitute it for the honey of your choice. Use stevia for a sugar-free alternative.Preparation Note: Turmeric (raw or dried) may stain linens and dishware, although not permanently. If it does stain, simply set it out in the sun and the yellowing should fade away. You can also use two-parts hot water to one-part vinegar and allow to soak.