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Nettle and mint tea

Nettle and Mint Tea

Wendy Faulkner
This nettle and mint tea is a lovely refreshing herbal blend. The nettles provide a grassy goodness, rich in vitamins and minerals. And the mint has an uplifting flavour to brighten your day.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Healthy
Servings 2
Calories 1 kcal

Equipment

  • teapot or heat resistant jug
  • gloves for preparing nettles

Ingredients
  

  • 3-4 nettle leaves picked from the tip of the plant
  • 3-4 mint leaves any variety
  • 500 ml just boiled water

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the nettle and mint leaves and remove thick stems. Wear protective gloves when handling the nettle.
  • Place the leaves in a teapot or heat resistant jug. Pour over the just boiled water and leave to steep for 10 minutes. Strain and serve.

Notes

You can also make iced nettle and mint tea. Strain the tea and chill. Serve over ice.

Nutrition

Calories: 1kcal
Keyword Mint, Nettles, Spring
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