3 White Tea Recipe Ideas to Celebrate Spring
The floral notes of white tea make it a delicate and refreshing beverage, ideal for celebrating the arrival of spring. From smoothies to spring fruit salads, here are three vitamin-packed recipes to kick off the season on a healthy and delicious note.
RECIPE 1: ENERGIZING STRAWBERRY BANANA SMOOTHIE: A CONCENTRATE OF VITAMINS
The benefits of the White Tea Banana Strawberry Spring Smoothie are numerous. An excellent source of vitamins, this energizing and natural drink is also rich in minerals, antioxidants, and fiber. Smoothies are an excellent, healthy, and enjoyable alternative to improve your diet. Indeed, this delicious drink will help diversify and increase your fruit intake.
Main ingredients:
- 1 cup of hot water
- 1 tablespoon of white tea
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 banana
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon of agave syrup
Preparation :
- Steep white tea in hot water for 5 minutes, then let it cool.
- In a blender, combine the strawberries, banana, almond milk, and agave syrup.
- Add the freshly brewed white tea and blend until smooth.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass and serve immediately
NB: For athletes and fitness enthusiasts, or those who would like to find a healthy alternative to sugary snacks, opt for the protein version by adding Greek yogurt to your preparation.
RECIPE 2: SPRING FRUIT SALAD WITH WHITE TEA: A HEALTHY AND DELICIOUS BREAK.
With the arrival of spring, fresh fruit is back on our shelves, offering a refreshing opportunity to satisfy our sweet tooth while also stocking up on nutrients. Spring fruit salad is a delicious way to enjoy the variety of seasonal fruits while also benefiting from their many health benefits.
Main ingredients:
- 1 cup of hot water
- 1 tablespoon of white tea
- 1 diced mango
- 1 kiwi, diced
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1 orange, peeled and cut into quarters
- 1 diced apple
- 1/4 cup agave syrup
Preparation :
- Steep white tea in hot water for about 5 minutes, then let it cool.
- Mix the fresh fruit in a large bowl.
- Pour the brewed white tea over the fruit and mix well.
- Add the agave syrup and stir to coat the fruit well.
- Refrigerate the fruit salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
RECIPE 3: ICED WHITE TEA WITH STRAWBERRY AND BASIL: THE BEST ALLY FOR BEAUTIFUL DAYS.
Strawberry Basil Iced White Tea is a refreshing and delicious drink with many benefits for the skin. Hydrating the skin from within is essential for maintaining its elasticity and thus preventing wrinkles, promoting healing, and achieving a smooth and luminous complexion. The benefits of hydration combined with the antioxidant properties of White Tea, and the vitamins and minerals contained in strawberries and basil, will boost the radiance of your complexion for the arrival of sunny days.
Main ingredients:
- A bowl of strawberries
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 2 liters of water
- 2 caps of cane sugar syrup
- A few basil leaves
- 2 bags of floral white tea
Preparation :
- In a pan, cook the strawberries with the tablespoon of sugar until you obtain a compote.
- Heat the water and let the white tea and basil steep for about twenty minutes. Then remove everything.
- Mix the strawberries, tea and cane sugar syrup.
- Leave to cool for at least 2 hours.
- Serve chilled with a few ice cubes. Enjoy!
