Bonnie's Mint Green Tea
Elevate your tea ritual with Bonnie's Mint Green Tea, a soothing blend of earthy green tea and invigorating fresh mint leaves. Perfect for both cozy moments and refreshing afternoons, this quick-to-make recipe takes only minutes to prepare. The star ingredients are steeped in gently cooled boiled water to ensure the green tea retains its smooth, delicate flavor without bitterness. Sweeten things up with a drizzle of honey and add a citrusy twist with a lemon wedge for a burst of freshness. This versatile drink can be served piping hot to warm your soul or poured over ice for a crisp summertime delight. Packed with antioxidants and natural goodness, Bonnie's Mint Green Tea is the ideal choice for health-conscious tea lovers searching for a revitalizing blend.
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Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons green tea leaves or tea bag
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoons honey (optional)
- 1 slice lemon wedge (optional)
Directions
Step 1
1. Bring 2 cups of water to a gentle boil in a saucepan or kettle.
Step 2
2. Rinse the fresh mint leaves under cool water to ensure they are clean.
Step 3
3. Once the water begins boiling, turn off the heat and allow it to cool for about 1 minute to prevent the green tea from becoming bitter.
Step 4
4. Place the green tea leaves (or tea bag) and fresh mint leaves into a teapot or large mug.
Step 5
5. Pour the slightly cooled boiled water over the tea and mint leaves.
Step 6
6. Let the tea steep for 3-4 minutes. Adjust steeping time based on desired tea strength.
Step 7
7. Strain the tea into cups if using loose-leaf tea, or remove the tea bag if used.
Step 8
8. Stir in honey to taste for a hint of sweetness, if desired.
Step 9
9. Serve hot, or let the tea cool and add ice for a refreshing iced version. Garnish with a lemon wedge, if preferred.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (497.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 24.1 |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 15.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 6.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.0g | |
| Protein 0.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 39.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 32.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories