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Refreshing The Delightful Lemon Basil Sorbet Recipe

Zesty Lemon Basil Sorbet: The Ultimate Summer Cooler

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A vibrant, dairy-free frozen treat that balances the tartness of fresh lemon with the peppery, herbal notes of garden-fresh basil.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed

Instructions

  1. Simmer water and sugar in a pan until dissolved, then cool completely.
  2. Blanch basil leaves in boiling water for 5 seconds, then shock in ice water.
  3. Blend the cooled syrup, lemon juice, zest, and blanched basil until smooth.
  4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a chilled bowl.
  5. Churn in an ice cream maker until a soft-serve consistency is reached.
  6. Freeze in an airtight container for at least 4 hours before serving.