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Lemon Basil Sorbet

Lemon Basil Sorbet: Your Guilt-Free Summer Chill Delight

Lemon Basil Sorbet combines zesty lemons and fresh basil for a guilt-free summer treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sorbet Base
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Choose juicy lemons for optimal flavor.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can be substituted with agave syrup or honey.
  • 1 cup Water Use filtered water for a cleaner taste.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Fresh only is recommended for maximum impact.
For the Garnish
  • 4 sprigs Fresh Basil Sprigs For an elegant presentation.

Equipment

  • Ice Cream Maker
  • Medium saucepan
  • Clean bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Juice about six fresh lemons until you have the juice, ensuring no seeds remain and chop fresh basil leaves.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine one cup of sugar with one cup of water and heat until sugar dissolves.
  3. Add the lemon juice and chopped basil to the saucepan and stir until combined.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least four hours.
  5. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn for about 20-25 minutes until it reaches soft-serve consistency.
  6. Scoop into an airtight container and freeze for a minimum of three hours or until firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 30gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

For best results, always use fresh ingredients and allow the mixture to chill thoroughly before churning.

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