Mint is used in a wide variety of dishes, fruit and beverages

There are over 40 varieties of mint and even more uses for this versatile, sweet-flavored and aromatic herb. Mint is great on salads, lamb, drinks, fruit platters and as an aromatic garnish.

The OASIS has advice on how to select top-quality Mint. You'll find suggestions on how to prepare, season and cook using Mint, information on the best time of year to buy and ways to store what's left for your next meal.

Selection Information

Usage: Salads, lamb, garnish, drinks, fruit platters & desserts.

Selection: Mint is a sweet-flavored and aromatic herb. In general, herbs should be fresh looking, crisp and brightly-colored. Keep wet or store in an air-tight bag.

Avoid: Avoid herbs that are wilted, have dry brown areas, or are pale or yellow in color. Slimy looking dark spots with small areas of mold indicate old product or poor handling.

Seasonal Information

Available year-round.

Mint Tips & Trivia

The symbol of hospitality, mint has been used for scores of culinary and medicinal purposes over the centuries. Out of 2,000 species in the mint family, only about 40 are considered to be true mint, and only a few of those are sold as fresh herbs in supermarkets.