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Close-up of honey being added to homemade dandelion tea with fresh dandelion flowers nearby.
Stephanie

How to Make Dandelion Tea From Fresh Dandelions

Learn how to make dandelion tea from fresh dandelion flowers with this simple homemade herbal tea recipe. Made with clean dandelion flowers, hot water, and optional honey or lemon, this mild flower tea is a light spring drink and a simple way to use fresh dandelions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup fresh dandelion flowers or yellow petals loosely packed
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or dandelion honey optional
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice optional

Equipment

  • Small saucepan or kettle
  • Measuring cup
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Mug or small teapot
  • Clean bowl
  • Towel for drying flowers

Method
 

  1. Pick fresh dandelion flowers from a clean, unsprayed area.
  2. Rinse the flowers gently and let them dry on a clean towel.
  3. Remove the yellow petals from the green base if you want a milder tea.
  4. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, then remove it from the heat.
  5. Place the dandelion flowers or petals in a mug or small teapot.
  6. Pour the hot water over the flowers.
  7. Cover and steep for 10 minutes.
  8. Strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer.
  9. Add honey, dandelion honey, or fresh lemon juice if desired.
  10. Serve warm.

Notes

Tips for the Best Dandelion Flower Tea

Use fresh dandelions from a clean, unsprayed area.
Choose bright yellow flowers that are fully open and healthy looking.
Remove the green base of the flower if you want a milder tea.
Do not over-steep the flowers. About 10 minutes is usually enough.
Add lemon juice if the tea tastes too earthy.
Sweeten with honey, dandelion honey, or a little maple syrup if desired.