Heat Wave Superfood Lemonade
Vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, oil-free, refined sugar-free, soy-free
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This anti-inflammatory superfood lemonade packs a powerful punch, and its golden colour is simply stunning! Fresh turmeric, ginger, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper unite to create a lemonade that's detoxifying and immune-boosting, yet delicious all the same. Rather than using cane sugar, this lemonade uses pure maple syrup for a natural, unrefined sweetener. The fresh ginger and cayenne pepper make this drink fairly spicy, so feel free to cut down the ginger amount (and omit the cayenne pepper) if you aren't a big fan.
Yield
1 large or 2 small servings (makes 2 1/2 cups)
Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook time
0 Minutes
Total Time
10 Minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (250 mL) filtered water
- Heaping 1/4 cup (40 grams) peeled and chopped fresh ginger root*
- 1 Heaping tablespoon (10 grams) peeled and chopped fresh turmeric root
- 2 cups (300 g) ice cubes
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons (30 mL) pure maple syrup, or to taste
- Dash cayenne pepper, to taste (optional)
Directions:
- Add the water, ginger, and turmeric into a small pot. Set the heat to high and bring to a low boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add all of the ice cubes and lemon juice into a large wide-mouth jar or glass.
- After simmering, strain the water mixture into the jar/glass using a fine mesh sieve. Compost or discard the solids.
- Add maple syrup and cayenne (if using) to taste and stir.
- Allow the ice to cool the lemonade to your liking (I let it sit for 3 minutes), stir again, and serve.
- * This amount of ginger results in a fairly spicy lemonade. If you prefer a less spicy drink, feel free to cut this amount down to suit your tastes.