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Lemon Basil Sorbet

Lemon Basil Sorbet: A Refreshing Guilt-Free Summer Treat

Lemon Basil Sorbet is a refreshing treat perfect for summer, combining zesty lemon with aromatic basil for a guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sorbet Base
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Juiced from fresh lemons
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Chopped
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the mixture
  • 1 cup Water Filtered for best flavor

Equipment

  • Ice cream maker
  • Medium saucepan
  • Measuring cups
  • Juicer
  • Chopping board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Juice fresh lemons until you have about 1 cup of lemon juice and strain out any seeds.
  2. Finely chop fresh basil leaves using a chiffonade technique.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar and heat over low to medium heat until sugar dissolves.
  4. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool for a few minutes.
  5. Stir in the prepared lemon juice and chopped basil into the syrup.
  6. Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 4 hours, ideally overnight.
  7. Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions for about 20-25 minutes.
  8. Transfer the sorbet to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 30gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid over-churning the mixture to maintain a smooth texture.

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