Vegetarian Mint and Lemon Balm Herbal Tea
There is something deeply calming about a cup of tea made entirely from fresh herbs, and this one delivers that feeling in the most effortless way. Bright mint and gentle lemon balm come 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 citrusy lift that makes the whole thing feel a little more special than your average herbal infusion. A small drizzle of honey rounds out the flavors without overpowering the natural freshness of the leaves. The whole process takes just minutes — boil, steep, strain, and sip — making it an ideal wind-down ritual or a refreshing afternoon break. If you grow mint or lemon balm in your garden or on a windowsill, this is exactly the kind of recipe that makes that effort worthwhile.
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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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