Summertime Soy Granita
Cool, refreshing, and effortlessly dairy-free, Summertime Soy Granita is a delightful vegan dessert that captures the essence of sunny days. Crafted with unsweetened soy milk, a hint of citrusy orange zest, and the bright tang of freshly squeezed lemon juice, this granita strikes a perfect balance between creamy and zesty. Sweetened just right with a touch of sugar and infused with fragrant vanilla, it's a guilt-free treat that comes together with minimal effort and zero cooking time. The magic lies in its unique preparation—scraping it every 30 minutes to create a fluffy, crystalline texture that's a joy to eat. Serve this chilled masterpiece in frosty bowls or glasses to elevate any summer gathering or enjoy it as a light, invigorating dessert after a long day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Soy milk (unsweetened)
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the soy milk and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon juice, orange zest, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
Pour the mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe dish (such as a baking dish). Cover lightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap.
Place the dish in the freezer and allow it to chill for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, use a fork to scrape the icy edges into the center of the dish. Repeat scraping every 30 minutes for 3 hours, until the granita has a fluffy, crystalline texture.
Once the granita is fully frozen and flaky, fluff it with a fork one last time before serving.
Spoon the granita into chilled bowls or glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
163 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.1 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 320 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.8 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 603 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 611 mg | 13% | |
*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.
