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The Authentic Costa Rican Tea Recipe for Weight Loss (A Blue Zone Secret)


  • Author: Callie Brooks
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Costa Rican tea recipe blends lemon verbena, ginger, turmeric, mint, and pineapple for a naturally detoxifying, fat-burning infusion. It’s earthy, citrusy, and perfect for weight loss support.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, sliced
  • ½ tablespoon fresh turmeric (or 1/2 teaspoon ground)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
  • ⅓ cup pineapple
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 Lemon Verbena tea bag with the tag cut off
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar (optional)
  • Lemon slice (optional)
  • Honey (optional)

Instructions

1. To a medium pot, add the ginger, turmeric, mint, pineapple, water, and tea bag.

2. Bring to a simmer on low heat, then remove from the heat and cover.

3. Allow to steep for 10 minutes.

4. Strain into a mug, add in any optional ingredients.

5. Serve hot. Or chill in the fridge and serve over ice.

Notes

Apple cider vinegar adds gut-boosting acidity and intensifies fat-burning properties. Honey is great for soothing digestion. Lemon slices bring out the citrus notes and boost detox benefits.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Weight Loss Tea
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Costa Rican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 25
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg