This healthy drink has some powerful key players in its nutritional line-up. Dandelion is well known as a diuretic assisting the liver to rid itself of toxins more easily. It is also believed to have a positive effect on the digestive system. Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric is well known for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties and coconut milk among other things contains lauric acid which is easily absorbed by the body and used for energy. It makes a nice cosy drink with a slightly spicy flavour and sweetness can be adjusted to suit!
INGREDIENTS
Makes: 1 full cup
- 250 ml of coconut milk (or half quantity milk / half water)
- 1 dandelion teabag or 1 tsp dandelion root powder
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1/4 tsp coriander powder
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- 1 TB coconut oil
- 1 tsp sweetener of choice (adjust to suit)
METHOD
- Place all milk (or if preferring half strength – 1/2 cup water) and dandelion teabag in saucepan
- Bring to boil and simmer for several minutes
- Add all other ingredients (If preferring half strength add in the half cup of coconut milk now)
- Stir thoroughly and simmer for a few minutes to allow all the flavours to blend together
- Pour into a cup/mug and enjoy a nourishing beverage!
