Making Tea with Mint Leaves
Making tea with mint leaves is an easy and delicious way to enjoy the benefits of this versatile herb. Mint is a great source of vitamin A, minerals and antioxidants that offer numerous health benefits. With a few simple supplies and fresh mint leaves, you can make a delicious cup of tea in minutes.
Supplies Needed:
- Mint leaves
- Honey (optional)
- Teacup
- Teaspoon
- Kettle or pot
Instructions
- Select fresh mint leaves––the greener, the better!
- Rinse the leaves to make sure they are clean.
- Place one teaspoon of mint leaves in a teacup.
- Pour boiling water over the leaves.
- Allow the tea to steep for 3-5 minutes.
- Add honey if desired.
- Strain the tea through a sieve and enjoy your cup of Mint Tea!
Using mint leaves to make tea is a great way to enjoy a soothing beverage and reap the health benefits of this powerful herb. As an added bonus, you can harvest your own mint from a garden or local farmer’s market if you are lucky enough to live near a source.
