My daughter has taught me about amazing nutrition that comes from plants that we consider weeds. So over the last few years I’ve eaten dishes that include mallow, chickweed, dandelion, and perhaps most surprising one -nettle. That’s right, stinging nettle!
Nettle needs to be treated with respect and caution because the little fibers on their leaves do sting a lot! But once cooked or boiled in water the sting goes away and you’re left with an extremely nutritious leafy green or tea.
According to Healthline.com, Nettle is rich in vitamins and minerals including vitamins A, C, K, B, Calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium. In addition to being downright healthy, Nettle leaf has been found to be beneficial for reducing joint pain and inflammation among other ailments.
And that’s why Nettle is the inspiration for the latest herbal tea blend concocted by Jennifer Dunn (my infusion mixologist and daughter). It’s called Three Green Leaves and contains Nettle, Mallow, and Rose of Sharon leaves. If you like green tea – this is an excellent and healthy alternative for you.
We have it at the Tehachapi Farmers Market this weekend in two sizes – A cup of green (2-3 servings) and a bag (12-15 servings). Come by and check it out.
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