Snipping fresh, homegrown herbs into your cooking – to add “just that little extra something” – is one of life’s domestic ...

Mix fresh mint with Greek yoghurt, garlic, and lemon juice for a cool and creamy dip. Freeze mint leaves in an ice cube tray ...

Most people prefer their mint leaves fresh and raw; this way they can reap all their benefits from this herb. To help it last longer, it can be dried and used in oils, infusions and tea.

To make a tisane (herbal tea), crush or chop fresh leaves such as lemon balm, mint or lemongrass when their flavour is strongest and put six or so leaves in a teapot. Add boiling water ...

Hydration is essential for overall health. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of Blue-Mint Tea help maintain ...

Make an easy tropical pineapple salad snack by tossing fresh or canned pineapple with chopped mint leaves. Garnish with toasted coconut. Leaves can be dried and stored to be used later in tea.

1. Place teabag in a heatproof jug. 2. 2. Pour over boiling water, mint leaves and lime rind. 3. 3. Cover and allow it to sleep for 30 minutes.

Whether you're sipping on a minty tea or garnishing a dish, these leaves offer a fresh burst of nature's goodness. As with any herb, enjoying mint leaves in moderation ensures you savor all they ...