Lime Basil Sorbet

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Lime Basil Sorbet
45 min.
8
221kcal

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Elevate your dessert game with this refreshing Lime Basil Sorbet, a perfect blend that tantalizes your taste buds and cools you down on a warm day. This sorbet captures the vibrant essence of fresh limes and aromatic basil, creating a unique flavor profile that is both zesty and soothing. Not only is this dessert an absolute treat for the senses, but it also boasts a range of dietary benefits. It’s entirely vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a fantastic option for gatherings where guests have different dietary needs.

Picture this: a sunny afternoon, the aroma of fresh basil in the air, and the tartness of freshly squeezed limes brightening the mood. The process of making this sorbet is simple and rewarding. Within just 45 minutes, you can whip up a delightful homemade dessert that serves eight people, perfect for sharing with friends and family or enjoying on your own. The interplay of the sweet, tangy, and herbal flavors in this sorbet is sure to impress anyone lucky enough to have a scoop!

Why settle for store-bought ice cream when you can create something this delicious and unique right in your own kitchen? This Lime Basil Sorbet is not only a great palate cleanser but also a conversation starter. So grab your fresh ingredients and get ready to indulge in a delightful treat that brings a taste of summer to your table, all year round!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup basil leaves packed coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 cup light-colored corn syrup 
  • cups juice of lime fresh divided ( 15 limes)
  • tablespoon lime rind grated
  • 1.5 cups sugar 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Combine sugar, 1 cup juice, and corn syrup in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook 2 minutes or until sugar melts, stirring constantly. Stir in basil. Cook 30 seconds.
  2. Remove from heat.
  3. Pour mixture into a bowl.
  4. Add remaining 1 cup juice, 2 cups water, and 1 tablespoon rind. Cover and chill. Strain mixture through a fine sieve; discard solids.
  5. Pour mixture into a freezer can of an ice-cream freezer; freeze according to manufacturer's instructions. Spoon mixture into a freezer-safe container; cover and freeze 1 hour or until firm.
  6. Garnish with finely grated rind, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories221kcal
Protein0.55%
Fat0.83%
Carbs98.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.89
Glycemic Load
29.32
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.519999993884%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.32mg
Hesperetin
5.75mg
Naringenin
0.26mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:220.56kcal
11.03%
Fat:0.22g
0.34%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.04%
Carbohydrates:58.95g
19.65%
Net Carbohydrates:58.65g
21.33%
Sugar:54.83g
60.93%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:17.86mg
0.78%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.33g
0.66%
Vitamin C:18.77mg
22.76%
Vitamin K:9.7µg
9.24%
Vitamin A:149.31IU
2.99%
Potassium:79.15mg
2.26%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.91%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.91%
Folate:7.64µg
1.91%
Copper:0.04mg
1.88%
Magnesium:7.13mg
1.78%
Calcium:17.62mg
1.76%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.34%
Fiber:0.3g
1.2%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.14%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.06%
Vitamin E:0.15mg
1.02%
Source:My Recipes