Energizing Green Tea Recipes for a Refreshing Boost
Green tea is not just a delicious beverage; it's a powerhouse of antioxidants and nutrients that offer numerous health benefits. Whether you're looking to start your day with a boost or need an afternoon pick-me-up, these green tea recipes are perfect for any time.
Classic Green Tea
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of green tea leaves
- 1 cup of water
- Honey or lemon (optional)
Instructions:
- Heat water to just below boiling point.
- Add green tea leaves to a tea infuser and place in a cup.
- Pour hot water over the leaves and steep for 3 minutes.
- Remove the infuser and add honey or lemon if desired.
Mint Green Tea
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of green tea leaves
- 1 cup of water
- Fresh mint leaves
- Honey (optional)
Instructions:
- Boil water and pour it over green tea leaves and mint leaves.
- Steep for 3-4 minutes.
- Strain the tea and add honey if desired.
Iced Green Tea
Ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons of green tea leaves
- 2 cups of water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices (optional)
Instructions:
- Brew green tea as usual and let it cool.
- Pour the tea over a glass filled with ice cubes.
- Garnish with lemon slices if desired.
Green Tea Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of brewed green tea, chilled
- 1 banana
- 1 cup of spinach
- 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt
- Honey (optional)
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Serve immediately.
Ginger Green Tea
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon of green tea leaves
- 1 cup of water
- Fresh ginger slices
- Honey (optional)
Instructions:
- Boil water with ginger slices.
- Remove from heat and add green tea leaves.
- Steep for 3 minutes, strain, and add honey if desired.