How to Make Dandelion Tea (3 Ways)
Today, we’re sharing our step-by-step guide on making homemade dandelion tea, 3 different brews. If you've ever looked at those bright yellow flowers scattered across your lawn and thought of them as just pesky dandelions, it’s time for a mindset shift.
Servings: 1 Servings
Calories: 27kcal
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Equipment
Ingredients
Dandelion Flower Tea Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons Fresh Dandelion Flowers or dried petals
- 1 Cup Boiling Water
- Optional: maple syrup raw honey, or lemon balm for flavor
Dandelion Leaf Tea Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Dandelion Leaves fresh or dried
- 1 Cup Hot Water
Roasted Dandelion Root Tea Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Roasted Dandelion Root or raw roots dried and roasted
- 1 Cup Boiling Water
Instructions
Dandelion Flower Tea Instructions:
- Rinse the flower heads well.2 Tablespoons Fresh Dandelion Flowers
- Place in a tea ball or teapot.
- Pour over boiling water and steep for 10–15 minutes.1 Cup Boiling Water
- Strain, sweeten to taste, and enjoy.
- This floral tea has a mild, sweet flavor, and is a great way to introduce herbal teas into your day.Optional: maple syrup
Dandelion Leaf Tea Instructions
- Chop leaves into small pieces.1 Tablespoon Dandelion Leaves
- Steep in hot water for 10 minutes.1 Cup Hot Water
- Strain and sip.
Roasted Dandelion Root Tea Instructions
- Roast chopped roots in an oven at 350°F for 10–15 minutes.1 Tablespoon Roasted Dandelion Root
- Steep in boiling water for 10 minutes.1 Cup Boiling Water
- Strain and serve.
Notes
Iced Dandelion Tea Option
To turn any of the above into a refreshing iced tea, simply brew it, let it come to room temperature, and chill. Serve over ice cubes with a slice of lemon or fresh mint.Nutrition
Calories: 27kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 235mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 6010IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 2mg