LEMON BASIL TEA

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Lemon Basil Tea image

Our Test Kitchen experts sure know how to brew a great cup of tea! Infused with basil and lemon, this oh-so-drinkable recipe tastes as good as it smells.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups water
3 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons English breakfast or other black tea leaves

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil. Remove from the heat. Add the basil, lemon zest and tea leaves; cover and steep for 4 minutes. Strain, discarding basil, zest and tea leaves. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

Erika Stokes
[email protected]

This tea is just okay. It's not bad, but it's not great either.


PRD Berr
[email protected]

I followed the recipe exactly, but my tea turned out really bitter. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Oswald Amanquah
[email protected]

This tea is a bit too sweet for me. I think I'll try it with less sugar next time.


Rashid Ansari
[email protected]

I'm not sure I like the combination of lemon and basil. It's a bit too tart for my taste.


Okassh Khan
[email protected]

This tea is a great way to get your daily dose of vitamin C. It's also a good source of antioxidants.


TREAX STUDIO
[email protected]

I love the simplicity of this tea. It's just a few ingredients, but the flavors really shine through.


Majid Khan
[email protected]

This tea is a great way to use up fresh lemons and basil. It's also a great way to stay hydrated on a hot day.


Mim gim
[email protected]

I've been making this tea for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect way to relax and unwind after a long day.


Rajkumar Ghising
[email protected]

This tea is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the unique combination of lemon and basil.


Nasir Jutt
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of lemon, but I really liked this tea. The basil mellows out the lemon flavor.


waquin Pierre
[email protected]

This tea is the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the addition of basil.


Malusi Gift
[email protected]

I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this tea. It's a great way to use up fresh basil.


Mason Baxter
[email protected]

I've made this tea several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it too.


Josh Houston
[email protected]

This tea is so easy to make and it's so refreshing. I love drinking it on a hot day.


UMAR SUMAR
[email protected]

I'm not usually a fan of herbal teas, but this one is really good. The lemon and basil flavors are really well-balanced.


Rabby rahoman
[email protected]

This tea is the perfect way to start my day. It's light and refreshing, and the lemon and basil give it a really unique flavor.


Brian Woodson (Faustus)
[email protected]

I've been looking for a new tea recipe and this one is definitely a winner. It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I love the combination of lemon and basil.


Lilian Agnes
[email protected]

Just made this tea and it's delicious! The lemon and basil flavors are so refreshing and perfect for a summer afternoon.