Fresh Mint Tea (simple + great)
- Rinse 10–15 fresh mint leaves .
- Lightly bruise them (fingers or back of spoon).
- Add to a cup, pour over hot (not boiling) water.
- Steep 5–7 minutes, strain if you want.
- Optional: honey, lemon, or a slice of ginger.
Hot is classic; iced works great too—just chill and pour over ice.
Other fresh mint recipes worth your time
- Mint chutney – mint, cilantro, lime, green chili, yogurt.
- Mint pesto – mint + basil, garlic, nuts, olive oil.
- Watermelon–mint salad – add feta + lime.
- Mint simple syrup – sugar + water + mint (for tea, cocktails, desserts).
- Tzatziki upgrade – add finely chopped mint.
- Mint yogurt sauce – perfect for lamb, falafel, or grilled veggies.