Stinging Nettle Latte Recipe
5 min
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1 person
Drink
United States
Start Your Day with a Nourishing Nettle Latte! A great way to enjoy your nettles this spring—supporting sinus health and vitality with every sip. Our Oregon-grown, freeze-dried Nettle Powder blends beautifully into a creamy latte with your favorite milk and a touch of honey. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, it’s the perfect herbal tonic for seasonal wellness and daily nourishment.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon freeze-dried nettle powder
- 1 cup almond milk (or any other plant-based milk)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
Directions
- Heat the Milk: In a small saucepan, gently heat the almond milk until it is warm but not boiling.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the nettle powder and sweetener directly to the warm milk. Stir well until the powder is fully dissolved.
- Froth: Use a milk frother to froth the mixture until it's light and foamy. If you don't have a frother, a whisk or blender can work as well.
- Serve: Pour your nourishing Nettle Latte into your favorite cup and enjoy!
Oregon-Grown, Wild-Harvested Nettle Powder! Our freeze-dried nettle powder preserves the vibrant nutrients and rich flavor of fresh nettles. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, it's a perfect boost for smoothies, soups, and more!
Why Freeze-Dried?
Freeze-drying locks in the full nutritional profile of nettles, maintaining their potency and bioavailability for optimal wellness. Pure, powerful, and just as nature intended! #FreezeDriedToPerfection #PurePotentHerbs
The Health Benefits of Nettles
Nettles, often overlooked as just another weed, are transformed into a dynamic and nutrient-dense supplement when freeze-dried. This process ensures that nettle powder retains most of the fresh plant's essential vitamins, minerals, and bioactive compounds, making it a stellar addition to a health-oriented diet.
Nutritional Profile: Freeze-dried nettle powder is packed with nutrients while remaining low in calories, making it an excellent choice for those looking to enrich their diet without excessive caloric intake. It contains concentrated amounts of iron, calcium, and vitamins A and K, which are vital for blood health, bone density, and overall wellness. Additionally, it is a rich source of chlorophyll and dietary fiber.
Enhanced Benefits of Freeze-Dried Nettle Powder:
Preserves Bioactive Compounds: Freeze-drying captures and preserves the bioactive compounds found in nettles, including polyphenols, which help combat oxidative stress. This method maintains the plant’s nutritional integrity far better than other drying methods, which can diminish these healthful elements.
Supports Joint Health: The anti-inflammatory properties of nettles are well preserved in the freeze-drying process, making nettle powder beneficial for reducing joint pain and supporting overall joint health.
Boosts Urinary Health: Nettle powder is known for its diuretic properties, aiding in flushing out toxins and promoting a healthy urinary tract.
Enhances Hair and Skin Health: Rich in silica and sulfur, nettle powder can strengthen hair and nails and improve the condition of the skin. It also supports collagen production due to its vitamin C content.
Allergy Relief: Nettle is traditionally used as a natural remedy for hay fever and other allergic conditions. Freeze-dried nettle powder makes it easy to consume nettles year-round for their anti-histamine properties.
Blood Sugar Management: Nettle’s potential to aid in blood sugar regulation makes it a valuable supplement for those managing diabetes symptoms.
Using Freeze-Dried Nettle Powder:
Freeze-dried nettle powder offers exceptional versatility and can be easily incorporated into daily meals and beverages. It adds a nutritional boost to smoothies, teas, soups, and even baked goods. Its mild, earthy flavor enhances meals while packing a powerful health punch, making it an ideal choice for enhancing the nutritional profile of everyday foods.
