Mustard Free Mint and Lemon Balm Herbal Tea
Fresh herbs and a little honey are all it takes to make something genuinely soothing, and this simple steep delivers both brightness and calm in every sip. Mint brings that cool, clean lift while lemon balm adds a soft citrusy warmth that feels almost floral — together they make a cup that tastes like a garden in the best possible way. A couple of strips of lemon zest deepen the citrus note without any juice, keeping the flavor rounded and smooth. Because every ingredient here is a whole, recognizable food, there's nothing hidden to worry about — no condiments, no spice blends, no sauces that might sneak in unwanted allergens. The technique is as gentle as the flavor: just a five-minute steep in hot water, a quick strain, and a touch of honey stirred in to taste. It's the kind of recipe that feels restorative on a slow morning or as a wind-down ritual at the end of the day.
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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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