This tiny green leaf works wonders for your health. Not only does it aid the digestion process, it keeps your breath minty fresh, improves immunity and also lends a glow to your skin. Check out more benefits here.
With a plethora of health benefits to offer, it would be remiss if you do not include mint in your daily diet. We understand it can get boring if you have to eat the same thing every day. But there are different ways you can include this ingredient in your diet. Here’s how.
Mint garnish
Just before you serve your meals, you can garnish it with a few mint leaves on top. This is the best way to eat it raw. Don’t forget to wash it well and clean it before you eat it, so that there is no dirt on it. Store them in your refrigerator so that they stay fresh.
Mint chutney
Give mayonnaise a miss and opt for mint chutney instead. It goes well with Indian snacks and can be used for sandwiches as well. Using other spices and condiments increases its nutrient quotient which makes it healthier. Here’s the recipe of this chutney.
Mint tea
If you are a tea person, you can try making its mint version at home. This tea is especially good for pregnant women as it eases nausea and vomiting. Just a cuppa will help you relax and elevate your mood. Here’s the recipe.
Mint salad
Pudina makes a great salad accompaniment due to the unique and fresh flavour it lends to it. In this recipe, there are other ingredients such as cucumber and pomegranate in it that further enhance the taste of the dish. Check it out here.
Mint mojoto
If you are looking for something refreshing, you can make a mojito using pudina leaves, a virgin one of course! Quick and easy to make, it uses lime juice as its base. A cool drink, you can serve it to guests instead of soft drinks. Here’s the recipe.
Mint lassi
If your child does not like to eat mint, this is one way to make sure they do. Add it to their glass of lassi and they will gulp it down without making a face. It will also make it more refreshing. Get the recipe here.
Mint soup
Soups are a great way to soothe yourself. When you are sick, a warm bowl of soup works wonders in improving your health and mood. This soup has mint in addition to green peas. Try this recipe and make your day healthy.
While these are a few ways to add mint to your meals, did you know it can also be used to keep your skin acne-free and beautiful? Here are pudina face packs you can make at home.
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