Description
Indulge in this soothing lemon balm tea, a delightful infusion that combines the refreshing zest of lemon with the calming notes of lemon balm. Perfect for any season, this guilt-free drink not only tantalizes your taste buds but also supports your weight loss journey. Whether enjoyed hot or iced, it’s a delicious way to embrace wellness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon balm leaves
- 4 cups filtered water
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional)
- 1 lemon, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and rinse fresh lemon balm leaves under cool water; pat dry.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of filtered water to a rolling boil.
- Remove from heat, add lemon balm leaves, cover and steep for 10 minutes.
- Strain into a teapot or pitcher using a fine mesh strainer; stir in honey if desired while still warm.
- Add fresh lemon slices for an extra zing before serving.
- Pour into cups and enjoy hot or chilled!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Herbal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider infusing the tea with other herbs like mint or ginger. - Store leftover tea in the refrigerator for up to two days; reheat gently or serve over ice.