Refreshing Mint and Cucumber Iced Tea

This refreshing iced tea is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day. The mint and cucumber provide a refreshing and cooling flavor, while the honey adds a touch of sweetness. This tea is also very easy to make, and can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

This recipe was inspired by a trip to Morocco, where I had the pleasure of trying a traditional mint tea. I was immediately hooked on the refreshing flavor, and knew that I had to recreate it at home. After some experimentation, I came up with this recipe, which is a perfect blend of mint, cucumber, and honey. It is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day, and is also a great way to use up any leftover mint or cucumbers. You can also add other fruits or herbs to this tea, such as lemon, lime, or basil.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 5 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup mint leaves
• 1/2 cup cucumber slices
• 8 cups water
• 1/4 cup honey

Instructions

1. Combine the mint leaves, cucumber slices, and water in a pitcher.
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
5. Strain the tea into a pitcher.
6. Stir in the honey.
7. Serve over ice.

Why It Works

• The mint and cucumber provide a refreshing and cooling flavor.
• The honey adds a touch of sweetness.
• This tea is very easy to make, and can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.