Why slap mint

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What are leafy greens high in? Put the cubes in the zip-top bag, and put them back in the freezer. You 've probably seen people " smack " mint before garnishing a cocktail, and there's a reason for it: it releases that lovely minty aroma. Place the leaves or sprig in one hand and gently smack it with the other — this warms up the mint slightly and starts to extract the oils before you use it to garnish your drink.

Can you eat fresh mint leaves? You can easily add mint to green salads, desserts, smoothies and even water. Peppermint tea is another popular way to incorporate it into your diet. However, many of the studies showing the health benefits of mint didn't involve eating the leaves with food. Eating fresh or dried leaves: Used to treat bad breath. What are the side effects of mint leaves? Peppermint can cause some side effects including heartburn, dry mouth, nausea, and vomiting.

What can I do with too much mint? What to do with mint harvest Dehydrate it and use it in tea. I always keep peppermint tea on hand for upset stomachs and digestive issues. Toss a few leaves into a salad. Any leafy green herb can be added to a garden salad so it's a great use for too much fresh mint.

Make infused water. How do you preserve fresh mint? Chop the mint leaves remove stems and place teaspoons into each compartment of an ice cube tray, filling about halfway. Top off with water and freeze. Once the cubes have frozen, remove and store in an air tight freezer bag or container in your freezer, up to 3 months.

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