Brazil Nut Free Mint and Lemon Balm Herbal Tea
There is something deeply calming about a cup of tea made entirely from scratch, and this herbal blend is as soothing as it gets. Fresh mint and lemon balm steep together in just-boiled water, releasing a pale gold-green brew that smells like a garden in full summer. A couple of strips of lemon zest add a bright, citrusy lift, while a touch of honey rounds everything out without overpowering the delicate herbs. The whole process takes only minutes — boil, steep, strain, and sip. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, this kind of recipe is a genuine relief: every single ingredient is straightforward, whole, and easy to verify at a glance. No blends, no mystery flavorings, no label anxiety — just clean, fragrant, homemade tea that tastes far more special than its short ingredient list suggests.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- ½ cup fresh lemon balm leaves, loosely packed
- 2 strips lemon zest (each about 2 inches long)
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
For serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, then remove from the heat.
- 2
Add the mint leaves, lemon balm leaves, and lemon zest strips to the hot water. Let steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is pale gold-green and fragrant.
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