Mint
Mint is a type of herb commonly used in beverages, candies, chutneys, pickles, relishes, and much more!
The flavor profile for mint can be described as intense and minty.
Mint contains over 16+ nutrients including 8 vitamins and 8 minerals. Mint is also low in sodium and trans fat free.
Vegan
Vegetarian
Paleo
Gluten Free
Uses For Mint
There are 19 uses for mint. Find your use and start enjoying this tasty food today!
- Beverages.
- Candies.
- Chutneys, Pickles, Relishes.
- Crumbles, Cobblers, Crisps.
- Desserts.
- Dips, Spreads, Salsas.
- Dressings, Marinades.
- Frostings, Fillings.
- Grain Dishes.
- Herb Blends, Rubs.
- Ice Cream, Frozen Desserts.
- Jams, Jellies, Preserves.
- Mousses, Trifles, Custards, Creams.
- Pies, Tarts, Pastries.
- Salads.
- Sauces.
- Slices, Bars.
- Stir-fries.
- Stocks.
Tips
Great ideas for purchasing, storing, and consuming mint.
- Look for fresh, bright green leaves and stems with no wilting or yellowing. Avoid mint that is more than 1/2 inch in diameter, as that means it’s mature and won’t be as good in your recipe.
- Don’t buy mint with holes in it—this is a sign of insect damage.
- Do not refrigerate mint unless you plan to use it within 3 days. If you refrigerate it, remove it from the fridge at least 30 minutes before using it so it can reach room temperature and soften up enough for easy cutting or chopping.
- Wrap mint in a damp paper towel and place it in a plastic bag before storing it in the refrigerator.
- Mint tastes amazing in soups and salads but can also be used as an ingredient in main dishes like bbq and roasts!
Nutrition
Checkout the facts and figures to see how wealthy mint is.
Nutrition Facts
1 Serving
Serving size
Peppermint - Fresh
100 Grams
100 Grams
Amount per serving
Calories
per serving
70
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1g
1%
Saturated Fat 0g
1%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 31mg
1%
Amount/serving
% Daily Value*
Total Carbohydrate 15g
11%
Dietary Fiber 8g
29%
Total Sugars 0g
Includes 0g Added Sugars
0%
Protein 4g
8%
Manganese 66%
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Vitamin C 42%
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Copper 37%
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Vitamin A 30%
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Folate 29%
·
Iron 28%
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Magnesium 26%
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Riboflavin 25%
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Calcium 24%
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Zinc 14%
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Niacin 12%
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Potassium 12%
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Phosphorous 10%
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Vitamin B6 10%
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Pantothenic Acid 7%
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Thiamin 7%
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* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Highlights
- High in fiber.
- Low in sodium.
- Excellent source of 9 micronutrients.
- Good source of 5 micronutrients.