Mint Leaves

Mint is a commonly used fresh herb that Persians grow in their gardens.  Live Strong provides information related to the many health benefits of fresh mint leaves.  Fresh mint leaves are helpful in soothing the digestive tract, cleansing the stomach, clearing up acne and other skin irritations, cleansing blood, eliminating toxins, whitening teeth and combating bad breath.  Incorporating mint leaves to meals is a healthy and delicious choice.  Below is a recipe for a great tasting mint leaves sandwich that includes other ingredients that are commonly used in Persian meals.  Use proportions according to your own liking of each ingredient.  I love avocado so I tend to use more avocado than any of the other ingredients.  

Fresh Mint Leaves

Feta Cheese
Avocado
Lime
Toasted Whole Wheat Bread- 1 Slice
Hard Boiled Egg (Optional)

Asparagus (Optional)

Spread some feta cheese on top of the bread slice.  Toss some mint leaves on top of the feta cheese and add chopped avocado.  If you choose to add egg or asparagus, chop them as well and add on top of the avocado.  Finish by squeezing a slice of lime on top.  Enjoy!