Chai Tea (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Soy-Free)

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
21%
Chai Tea (Vegan, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Soy-Free)
20 min.
2
201kcal

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Craving a warm, comforting hug in a mug? Look no further than this incredibly easy and utterly delicious Vegan Chai Tea recipe! This isn't your average chai latte; we're talking about a homemade blend bursting with fragrant spices and rich tea flavor, all while being completely gluten-free, nut-free, and soy-free.

In just 20 minutes, you can have a steaming pot of this delightful beverage ready to soothe your soul. Perfect for a chilly morning, an afternoon pick-me-up, or even a cozy evening treat. With only a handful of simple ingredients and a single saucepan, you can ditch the expensive coffee shop chai lattes and create your own masterpiece at home.

This recipe is easily customizable to your liking. Whether you prefer a sweeter chai or a stronger tea flavor, you can adjust the sugar and tea quantities to perfectly suit your taste. Made with your favourite milk alternative (rice milk works great!), it's a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions and allergies. So grab your saucepan, gather your spices, and prepare to be transported to chai heaven!

Ingredients

  •  peppercorns black
  • 10  cardamom pods green crushed
  • cups milk alternative (soy, rice, or almond)
  • Tablespoons sugar to taste ( )
  • Tablespoons loose leaf tea black to taste ( )
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Crush herbs and spices, leaving large pieces.
  2. Combine all ingredients in saucepan and bring to a light simmer.Do not boil.Turn off heat, cover and steep for 15 minutes.Uncover, return to a simmer; strain and serve hot. Can be chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Calories201kcal
Protein17.29%
Fat36.36%
Carbs46.35%

Properties

Glycemic Index
72.55
Glycemic Load
8.75
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.463478186856%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin
1.19mg
Epicatechin
0.31mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.87mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
1.38mg
Theaflavin
0.23mg
Thearubigins
12.02mg
Kaempferol
0.21mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.32mg
Theaflavin-3,3'-digallate
0.26mg
Theaflavin-3'-gallate
0.22mg
Gallocatechin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:201.25kcal
10.06%
Fat:8.5g
13.08%
Saturated Fat:4.61g
28.81%
Carbohydrates:24.39g
8.13%
Net Carbohydrates:21.54g
7.83%
Sugar:17.73g
19.7%
Cholesterol:29.28mg
9.76%
Sodium:100.98mg
4.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.1g
18.2%
Manganese:2.87mg
143.39%
Calcium:342.91mg
34.29%
Phosphorus:264.7mg
26.47%
Vitamin B12:1.32µg
21.96%
Vitamin B2:0.36mg
21.09%
Vitamin D:2.68µg
17.89%
Potassium:486.15mg
13.89%
Magnesium:54.15mg
13.54%
Zinc:1.77mg
11.77%
Fiber:2.85g
11.4%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.44%
Vitamin B5:0.91mg
9.15%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.62%
Vitamin A:396.37IU
7.93%
Iron:1.42mg
7.9%
Selenium:4.68µg
6.69%
Copper:0.06mg
3.21%
Vitamin C:2.1mg
2.55%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.84%
Vitamin K:1.06µg
1.01%