Tag: mint

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Watermelon and Cucumber Tonic 19

A reinterpretation of the familiar gin and tonic, this cocktail includes fresh watermelon and cucumber juices for a refreshing taste. Ingredients 6 cups cubed seeded watermelon, divided 1/4 cup mint leaves, divided 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, divided 1 English cucumber, peeled, sliced, and divided (about 3 cups) 2 1/2 cups tonic water, chilled 1 […]

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Stone Fruit Chicken-Rice Salad 8

Serve a bitter lettuce, like frisée, or a peppery green, such as watercress or arugula, with this savory-sweet twist on a whole-grain salad. Ingredients 3 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, trimmed 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided Cooking spray 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind 2 tablespoons fresh […]

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Curried Chicken Thighs with Pomegranate-Mint Sauce

Talk about a company-worthy meal without much effort or a hefty price tag. Serve this easy and elegant entrée over a bed of couscous and with a side of the Steamed Broccoli with Garlic and Red Onion. Ingredients 8 (3-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon Madras curry powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon […]

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vocado-and-Pea Salmon Tartines

This recipe delivers a double dose of heart-healthy unsaturated fats, from both salmon and avocado, plus 40% of your daily fiber goal. Smoked salmon is delightfully salty with a velvety smooth texture, making it a flavorful compliment to mellow avocado. Be sure to look for salmon that’s labeled “wild Alaskan.” That way you can be […]

Mojito Shrimp

Ingredients 1 to 1 1/2 lbs. peeled, deveined shrimp (21 to 30 per lb., tails on) Mojito Marinade 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice Mint sprigs Preparation 1. Prepare a gas or charcoal grill for high heat (you can hold your hand 1 to 2 in. above cooking grate only 1 to 2 seconds). Meanwhile, put […]

7 Health Benefits of Drinking Peppermint Tea Every Day

Peppermint is a plant, like all other mints. The plant was originally indigenous to Europe and the Middle East but is now cultivated in many regions all over the world. Researchers recommend that everybody should drink peppermint tea. It has a pleasant, delicate flavor and serves as a refreshing beverage even if there’s no ailment […]

The medicinal benefits of mint and mint tea

Mint is a delightfully fresh herb. It is healthy and famous for being the main ingredient in fresh tea. You can use dried and pulverized leaves to make a cup of delicious tea. You will need fewer leaves when you use dried rather than fresh ones to prepare tea. This is because water absorbs the […]