Description
Basil tea is a refreshing herbal drink made from fresh or dried basil leaves. It offers various health benefits and can be enjoyed hot or cold.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 10–12 fresh basil leaves or 1 tablespoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Boil water in a pot.
- Add basil leaves and let them steep for 5-7 minutes.
- Strain the tea into a cup.
- Add honey or lemon juice if desired.
- Serve hot or chill for a cold version.
Notes
- Use fresh basil for better flavor.
- Store leftover tea in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Adjust sweetness or tartness to your taste.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: basil tea, herbal tea, healthy drink, homemade tea