Strawberry Sorbet with Mint
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Strawberry Sorbet with Mint
Description
This sorbet combines ripe strawberries pureed with fresh mint, sugar, and water to create a smooth, icy dessert. The fresh mint leaves contribute a gentle herbal aroma and flavor, enhancing the strawberries without overpowering them. The sugar balances the tartness of the fruit, producing a well-rounded sweetness.
The process involves pureeing the ingredients together before freezing the mixture according to ice cream or sorbet maker instructions. The resulting sorbet has a light yet fulfilling texture, crisp and refreshing on the palate as a cold treat.
Serve the sorbet immediately after freezing or store in the freezer for later. It can be enjoyed on its own or alongside fruity desserts. If stored, letting it soften briefly at room temperature can aid in scooping.
The recipe notes suggest washing strawberries twice in cold water and using organic berries when possible for better flavor and sweetness. Leftover sorbet can be frozen for up to one month.
Ingredients
- 2 pints strawberry
- 2 large sprigs mint fresh
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup of water
Instructions
- Wash and hull strawberries.
- Separate leaves of mint from stem.
- Combine strawberries, sugar, mint leaves and water in a blender. Puree until smooth.
- Freeze according to your ice cream/sorbet maker's instructions. When sorbet is frozen, serve immediately or store in the freezer until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Use organic strawberries for improved flavor and sweetness.
- Wash strawberries in cold water twice, before and after hulling.
- Leftover sorbet can be stored in the freezer for up to one month.
- To serve frozen leftovers, let sorbet stand at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 220 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 220kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 56g | 19% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Sodium | 4mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 366mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 49g | 98% |
| Vitamin A | 50IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 139mg | 154% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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