Description
A refreshing and metabolism-boosting detox drink made with butterfly pea flowers, apple cider vinegar, lemon, and honey. Enjoy this caffeine-free, antioxidant-rich beverage to support digestion, weight loss, and overall wellness!
Ingredients
✅ 2 cups water
✅ 2 tablespoons butterfly pea flowers (dried)
✅ 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
✅ 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
✅ 1 teaspoon honey (or to taste)
Optional Additions for Extra Benefits:
🌿 Ginger (1 tsp, grated) – Supports digestion & reduces bloating
✨ Cinnamon (¼ tsp) – Balances blood sugar & boosts metabolism
🌱 Mint leaves (a few sprigs) – Refreshing & great for digestion
🧡 Turmeric (¼ tsp) – Powerful anti-inflammatory boost
Instructions
1️⃣ Boil Water: Heat 2 cups of water until it reaches a gentle boil.
2️⃣ Steep Butterfly Pea Flowers: Turn off the heat and add butterfly pea flowers, letting them steep for 5–7 minutes until the water turns a deep blue.
3️⃣ Strain and Cool: Remove the flowers and allow the tea to cool slightly.
4️⃣ Mix in ACV & Lemon Juice: Add 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice (watch the color change to purple!).
5️⃣ Sweeten with Honey: Stir in 1 teaspoon of honey (adjust to taste).
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy: Drink warm or pour over ice for a refreshing cold version.
Notes
✅ For a stronger detox effect – Let the tea steep for 10 minutes before straining.
✅ For an iced version – Refrigerate and serve over ice with fresh mint.
✅ For extra fat-burning benefits – Add ginger or cinnamon.
✅ For an immune boost – Stir in a pinch of turmeric.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: Herbal Detox Tea
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250ml)
- Calories: 10 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0g
Keywords: Brazilian Mounjaro Recipe, detox tea, weight loss drink, metabolism booster, herbal tea