Wild Greens and Medicinal Mushroom Tea
An utterly delicious, earthy, and nutritious tea that will warm you from the inside out and possibly even cure you of what ails you. Just kidding about the last part, but it's still pretty great.
This recipe is inspired by the ancient tradition of using wild greens and mushrooms for their medicinal properties. Wild greens are packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and minerals like iron and calcium. Medicinal mushrooms, such as reishi and shiitake, have been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.
Wild Greens and Medicinal Mushroom Tea Wild Greens and Medicinal Mushroom Tea Wild Greens and Medicinal Mushroom Tea Wild Greens and Medicinal Mushroom Tea
Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/4 cup wild greens
  • 1/4 cup medicinal mushrooms
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, optional
Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the greens and mushrooms to the boiling water.
  3. Turn the heat down to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Strain and serve with optional honey or maple syrup.
Why It Works
  • The combination of wild greens and medicinal mushrooms creates a tea that is both flavorful and nutritious.
  • The wild greens add a slightly bitter flavor to the tea, which is balanced out by the sweetness of the honey or maple syrup.
  • The medicinal mushrooms add a umami flavor to the tea, as well as a variety of health benefits.