Purple Peel Weight Loss Tea
A simple, earthy tea made from purple sweet potato skins or cabbage peels. This natural drink helps support weight loss by curbing cravings, reducing bloating, and promoting satiety. Ideal for morning routines or as a light detox beverage.
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Servings: 2 Servings
Calories: 240kcal
Cost: $1.5
Equipment
- 1 Saucepan Medium-sized, for boiling
- 1 Fine mesh strainer For separating solids
- 1 Teacup or jar For serving
Ingredients
- 1 Purple sweet potato Use the peel only cleaned
- 1 cup Purple cabbage Roughly chopped optional
- 1 Lemon peel or 1 tsp juice Fresh or bottled
- 1 stick Cinnamon stick Or ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 –4 cups Filtered water Adjust to taste and strength
- 1 tsp Chia seeds optional For added fiber
- ½ tsp Honey optional Or stevia for sweetness
Instructions
- Peel the purple sweet potato, reserving the skins. Optional: chop purple cabbage.
- Add peels, cabbage, cinnamon, and water to a saucepan. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Strain into cup or jar.
- Stir in lemon juice and optional sweetener or chia seeds.
- Serve warm or chilled. Store extras in the fridge up to 3 days.
Notes
You can reuse the sweet potato flesh in another recipe, try mashing it with garlic and olive oil.
Add a slice of fresh ginger for extra anti-inflammatory benefits.
For a stronger brew, let steep longer with the lid on.
Drink before meals to help with appetite control.
Nutrition
Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 30mg