Spearmint is a key ingredient in drinks like mojito and Moroccan mint tea. In Mediterranean cuisine, it flavors soups, meats, and salads, while in Arabic and Asian cooking, it adds freshness to sauces and spiced dishes.

A refreshing recipe with spearmint is Lebanese tabbouleh. Ingredients:

• 100 g couscous

• 1 bunch spearmint

• 1 bunch parsley

• 1 tomato

• 1 cucumber

• Juice of 1 lemon

• Olive oil, salt, and pepper

The couscous is hydrated with hot water, then mixed with finely chopped ingredients and seasoned with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Interestingly, the Romans used spearmint to perfume their clothes and baths.