Mediterranean Diet Refreshing Lemon Sorbet
Indulge in the zesty delight of our Mediterranean Diet Refreshing Lemon Sorbet, a guilt-free dessert that perfectly balances vibrant citrus flavors with the natural sweetness of honey. This easy-to-make recipe uses just five simple ingredients, including fresh lemons and optional mint leaves for a fragrant finishing touch. Crafted without refined sugars, the sorbet aligns beautifully with Mediterranean diet principles for healthier indulgence. Whether made with an ice cream maker or the freezer method, the result is a silky, refreshing treat that's ideal for warm days or cleansing your palate after a rich meal. Serve it in chilled bowls with a sprinkle of lemon zest or a sprig of mint for a gourmet presentation that’s as satisfying as it is stunning!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Fresh lemons
- 2 cups Water
- 0.75 cup Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 4 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by preparing your lemons: zest one of the lemons to obtain 1 tablespoon of zest, then juice all four lemons to yield approximately 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
In a small saucepan, combine the water and honey. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the honey has completely dissolved, approximately 3-5 minutes. This creates a simple syrup.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, combine the lemon juice, lemon zest, and the simple syrup in a mixing bowl. Stir well to ensure the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
Pour the lemon mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions, typically about 20-25 minutes, until the mixture reaches a smooth, soft-serve consistency.
If you do not have an ice cream maker, pour the lemon mixture into a shallow dish and place it in the freezer. Every 30 minutes, remove the dish from the freezer and stir vigorously with a fork to break up ice crystals. Repeat this process until the sorbet is smoothly frozen, approximately 3-4 hours.
Once the desired texture is reached, transfer the sorbet to an airtight container and freeze for an additional 2-3 hours to firm up.
Serve the sorbet in chilled bowls, and garnish each serving with a fresh mint leaf if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
620 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.3 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 152.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 118 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 442 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
