Oats Free Mint and Lemon Balm Herbal Tea
This calming herbal tea is the kind of drink that makes you slow down and actually enjoy the moment. Fresh mint and lemon balm steep together in hot water to create a pale, golden-green brew that smells incredible before you even take a sip. A couple of strips of lemon zest add a bright citrus lift, while a touch of honey rounds everything out with gentle sweetness. It's naturally free from grains and fillers of any kind — just pure herbs, water, and a little something sweet — making it a completely worry-free choice for anyone navigating ingredient sensitivities. The whole process takes only minutes, and straining the spent leaves leaves you with a beautifully clear, fragrant cup. Serve it with a fresh mint sprig for a little extra elegance, or skip the garnish and just enjoy it straight from the mug on a quiet afternoon.
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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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