Mint leaves
About the ingredient mint leaves. Including 667 recipes with mint leaves, nutrition data, photos, and where to find it.
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What are mint leaves?
The leaf, fresh or dried, is the culinary source of mint. Fresh mint is usually preferred over dried mint when storage of the mint is not a problem. The leaves have a pleasant warm, fresh, aromatic, sweet flavor with a cool aftertaste.
Mint leaves are used in teas, beverages, jellies, syrups, candies, and ice creams. In Middle Eastern cuisine, mint is used on lamb dishes, while in British cuisine and American cuisine, mint sauce andmint jelly are used, respectively.
Mint is a necessary ingredient in Touareg tea, a popular tea in northern African and Arab countries.
Alcoholic drinks sometimes feature mint for flavor or garnish, such as the Mint Julep and the Mojito. Crème de menthe is a mint-flavored liqueurused in drinks such as the grasshopper.
Mint essential oil and menthol are extensively used as flavorings in breath fresheners, drinks, antiseptic mouth rinses, toothpaste, chewing gum,desserts, and candies.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 2 tbsp (11g)Where found
Mint leaves are usually found in the produce section or aisle of the grocery store or supermarket.
Food group
Mint leaves are a member of the Spices and Herbs US Department of Agriculture nutritional food group.
How much do mint leaves weigh?
| Amount | Weight |
|---|---|
| 2 tbsp | 11 grams |
Related
Spices and Herbs
| In Chinese: | 薄荷叶 | |
| British (UK) term: | ||
| en français: | feuilles de menthe | |
| en español: | hojas de menta |
Recipes using mint leaves
There are 667 recipes that contain this ingredient.
Lentils & Rice (Mujadara)
This is a "three-ingredient" anti-inflammatory Lebanese-inspired side dish (or vegetarian main) made with brown rice, lentils, and caramelized onions. Instant pot ready directions included.
Sugar Snap Peas with Mint
Very easy vegetarian recipe that highlight the sweetness and crispness of sugar snap peas.
Pasta Shells with Salmon, Tomatoes & Toasted Bread Crumbs
This easy and simple recipe also came out delicious. Lemon juice added a touch of refreshing taste, and the overall flavour was well balanced. Giving this dish a five star.
Cucumber & Yogurt Dip
A quick and easy side dish that can be served with any Indian or hot main dish helps cool down the spiciness and bring the refreshing taste.
Cucumber & Yogurt Dip
A quick and easy side dish that can be served with any Indian or hot main dish helps cool down the spiciness and bring the refreshing taste.
Easy Mint Peas
Quick, easy and refreshing. Serve this tasty and light side dish with any your favorite meat dishes.
Minted Peas & Rice with Feta
It tasted very refreshing and flavorful. The leftover was kept in the fridge and had it for brunch today, even better.
Raspberry Swirl Cheesecake Squares
Creamy cheesecake bars with fresh raspberries and a chocolate crust.
Pork Chops & Sugar Snap Peas with Mint Julep Glaze
Delicious pork chops are seared in a hot skillet, sugar snap peas are cooked in a flavorful broth, which makes this one-skillet meal that's quick, easy to prepare and perfect for a week day dinner.
Easy Dill Tzatziki
I put it on lettuce, eat it with pita chips, or serve it with meat. Always have some plump kalamatas on hand when eating it. So delicious to dunk them in the sauce.
Summer Watermelon Salad
A fresh and tasty combination of salty, juicy and sweet perfect for a hot day, especially served in the watermelon shell.
