Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Strawberry Basil Sorbet, a delightful summer treat that perfectly balances sweet strawberries with aromatic basil. This easy, no-cook recipe is a healthy way to cool down on hot days and is sure to impress your family and friends. With its vibrant color and unique flavor profile, it’s not just a dessert but an extraordinary culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup filtered water
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Rinse strawberries under cold water, remove stems, and slice in half.
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine strawberries, basil leaves, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Blend until smooth.
- Taste Test: Adjust sweetness with more sugar or acidity with more lemon juice if desired.
- Chill Out: Pour the mixture into an airtight container and freeze for 2-3 hours until firm yet scoopable.
- Scoop and Serve: Let sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping into bowls or cones. Garnish with additional basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (85g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg