Turmeric Free Mint and Lemon Balm Herbal Tea
This herbal tea is the kind of drink that feels like a deep breath — bright, clean, and genuinely calming in the best way. Fresh mint and lemon balm steep together in just-boiled water, releasing a pale gold-green brew that smells incredible before you even take a sip. A couple of strips of lemon zest add a subtle citrus lift that makes the whole thing feel a little more special than your average cup. A small drizzle of honey rounds it out without overpowering the delicate herbal notes. For anyone navigating a spice-sensitive diet, this recipe is a natural fit — every ingredient is straightforward, fragrant, and completely free of the warm, earthy spices that can sneak into so many blended teas and store-bought herbal blends. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a saucepan and a strainer, making it an effortless ritual for morning, afternoon, or winding down at night.
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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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