Subtle flavours of mint and melon mingle on the tongue. Serve with fresh mint or mint ice cubes (see “Nice Ice,” below).
- Portion size 8 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine: August 2007
Ingredients
Method
In large heatproof measure or bowl, steep tea in 8 cups (2 L) boiling water for 4 minutes. Discard bags.Meanwhile in large saucepan, bring melon, sugar, 1 cup (250 mL) water and mint leaves to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until melon is broken down, about 8 minutes. Add to tea; let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours.
Strain through cheesecloth-lined sieve into pitcher, pressing solids only gently so beverage remains clear. Serve with ice cubes.
Nutritional facts Per serving: about
- Sodium 7 mg
- Protein trace
- Calories 53.0
- Total fat trace
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Saturated fat 0 g
- Total carbohydrate 14 g
%RDI
- Folate 5.0
- Vitamin C 18.0
