Wild Greens and Dandelions
This simple yet flavorful tea is made with just three ingredients: wild greens, dandelion roots, and water. The wild greens add a slightly bitter flavor, while the dandelion roots add a slightly sweet flavor. The tea is refreshing and invigorating, and it's a great way to start your day or to enjoy after a meal.
Dandelions are a common weed that is often overlooked as a food source. However, dandelion roots are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they have a slightly sweet flavor that makes them a great addition to tea. Wild greens are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they add a slightly bitter flavor to the tea that helps to balance out the sweetness of the dandelion roots. This tea is a great way to enjoy the benefits of both wild greens and dandelion roots, and it's a delicious and refreshing way to start your day or to enjoy after a meal.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons chopped wild greens
  • 1 Tablespoon chopped dried and roasted Dandilion roots
  • 2 Cups water
Instructions
  1. Combine greens, roots, and water in a medium sauce pan.
  2. Bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer for 15 minutes, or until roots are re-constituted.
  3. Remove from heat and serve warm, or chill and serve over ice.
Why It Works
  • The wild greens add a slightly bitter flavor to the tea, which helps to balance out the sweetness of the dandelion roots.
  • The dandelion roots add a slightly sweet flavor to the tea, which makes it more palatable.
  • The tea is refreshing and invigorating, and it's a great way to start your day or to enjoy after a meal.