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Basil Mint Tea Recipe

Banish chills and lift your spirits with this vibrant Basil Mint Tea! Perfect for soothing fever symptoms, this easy recipe blends refreshing basil and mint with warming ginger for a delicious and effective home remedy. Tried and tested for its comforting properties.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 13 mins
Calories 93.8 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basil Mint Tea

  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 3 cups water
  • 1-2 teaspoons honey (or to taste)

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How to Make Basil Mint Tea

  1. Combine 1 cup fresh basil leaves, 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger in a blender.
  2. Blend until you achieve a smooth paste. Add a splash of water if needed to help with blending.
  3. In a saucepan, bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add the basil-mint-ginger puree.
  4. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove from heat and strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into a mug.
  6. Stir in 1-2 teaspoons of honey (or to taste) while the tea is still hot.
  7. Enjoy your soothing and flavorful Basil Mint Tea while it's warm.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

92g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g

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