Spearmint and Lemon Tea
Refresh and rejuvenate your senses with this soothing Spearmint and Lemon Tea, a delightful blend of crisp spearmint and zesty lemon. Crafted with just four simple ingredients—fresh spearmint leaves, vibrant lemon slices, water, and a touch of honey if desired—this caffeine-free herbal tea is both aromatic and naturally invigorating. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the perfect homemade drink for unwinding after a long day or kick-starting your morning on a refreshing note. Simmered to perfection, this tea boasts a beautifully balanced flavor profile that is both cooling and citrusy, with optional honey adding a subtle sweetness. Serve warm in your favorite mug, garnished with a lemon slice and fresh spearmint sprig for an extra touch of elegance. Ideal for a cozy afternoon or as a natural digestive aid, this tea is both comforting and utterly simple to prepare.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 leaves Fresh spearmint leaves
- 1 whole Lemon
- 4 cups Water
- 2 teaspoons Honey (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh spearmint leaves thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities.
Slice the lemon into thin rounds. Reserve one or two slices for garnish, if desired.
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the spearmint leaves and lemon slices to the pot.
Simmer the mixture gently for 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse into the water.
Remove the pot from heat and let the tea steep for an additional 2 minutes for a stronger flavor.
Strain the tea into cups to remove the spearmint leaves and lemon slices.
If desired, stir in honey to sweeten the tea to your liking.
Serve the tea warm and garnish with the reserved lemon slices or a sprig of fresh spearmint. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
19 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 103 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
