Herbal Caffeine- Free Tea
by Tarla Dalal
Being completely caffeine free, this Tulsi-based herbal tea is a guilt-free cuppa that you can have any time you are feeling down. Tulsi, also known as Indian basil or holy basil, has many medicinal properties. It is a great stress reliever and an effective remedy for cold and cough too. Also note that iron-rich jaggery is used instead of white sugar. You may also add honey to your Herbal Caffeine-free Tea if you like it that way.
Herbal Caffeine- Free Tea recipe - How to make Herbal Caffeine- Free Tea
Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 2 small glasses
1/4 cup tulsi (indian basil) leaves
4 tsp jaggery (gur)
1 tbsp lemon juice
- Method
- Combine the tulsi leaves and jaggery and blend in a mixer to a coarse mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl, add 1½ cups of boiled water and lemon juice, mix well and bring to a boil.
- Strain using a strainer.
- Serve hot.
| Energy | 47 cal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 11.2 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin C | 5.9 mg |
| Folic Acid | 1.2 mcg |
| Calcium | 18.5 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 2.9 mg |
| Phosphorus | 5.5 mg |
| Sodium | 0.3 mg |
| Potassium | 40.5 mg |
| Zinc | 0 mg |
Great blend of tulsi and Jaggery for a morning or anytime drink.