Strawberry Gelato

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
6%
Strawberry Gelato
45 min.
2
461kcal

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Indulge in the refreshing taste of homemade Strawberry Gelato, a delightful dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This recipe is not only a treat for your taste buds but also caters to various dietary preferences, making it a fantastic choice for everyone. With its vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP features, you can enjoy this creamy delight without any guilt.

Imagine the vibrant color and luscious flavor of ripe strawberries blended into a smooth purée, combined with a touch of fresh lemon juice to enhance the natural sweetness. The process begins with a simple syrup made from superfine granulated sugar and water, which adds a delightful sweetness to the gelato. The addition of lightly beaten egg white gives the gelato a light and airy texture, ensuring each spoonful melts in your mouth.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this Strawberry Gelato serves two, making it the perfect dessert for a romantic evening or a cozy gathering with friends. With only 461 calories per serving, you can indulge in this frozen treat without compromising your health goals. Whether served immediately for a soft, creamy texture or frozen for a firmer consistency, this gelato is sure to impress. Treat yourself to a scoop of summer bliss with this easy-to-make Strawberry Gelato!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon egg whites lightly beaten
  • cup caster sugar 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • pound strawberries ( 1 pint)
  • cup water filtered (not distilled)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. In a small heavy saucepan heat sugar and water over high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Cool syrup.
  2. Trim strawberries and in a food processor purée until smooth.
  3. Transfer 2 cups purée to a bowl, reserving remainder for another use, and stir in syrup and lemon juice. Chill strawberry mixture until cold and up to 1 day.
  4. Stir in egg white and freeze in an ice-cream maker.
  5. Serve gelato immediately or transfer to an airtight container and put in freezer to harden no more than 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories461kcal
Protein1.49%
Fat1.89%
Carbs96.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.05
Glycemic Load
74.96
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.992608655082%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.81mg
Petunidin
0.25mg
Delphinidin
0.7mg
Malvidin
0.02mg
Pelargonidin
56.36mg
Peonidin
0.11mg
Catechin
7.05mg
Epigallocatechin
1.77mg
Epicatechin
0.95mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.34mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.25mg
Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
1.13mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
2.55mg
Gallocatechin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:460.51kcal
23.03%
Fat:1.02g
1.57%
Saturated Fat:0.04g
0.23%
Carbohydrates:117.55g
39.18%
Net Carbohydrates:113g
41.09%
Sugar:111.1g
123.44%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:13.35mg
0.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.81g
3.63%
Vitamin C:136.26mg
165.16%
Manganese:0.88mg
44.03%
Fiber:4.56g
18.23%
Folate:56.03µg
14.01%
Potassium:360.74mg
10.31%
Magnesium:31.39mg
7.85%
Copper:0.14mg
6.83%
Phosphorus:55.4mg
5.54%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.51%
Iron:0.99mg
5.49%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.76%
Vitamin K:4.99µg
4.75%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.46%
Vitamin B3:0.88mg
4.42%
Calcium:41.46mg
4.15%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
3.76%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.98%
Selenium:2.01µg
2.87%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.29%
Source:Epicurious