Vibrant sorbet with blueberries, lemon, and fresh basil delivering a refreshing, fruity flavor.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
02 - 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
03 - ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 2 to 3 lemons)
→ Syrup
04 - ¾ cup granulated sugar
05 - ¾ cup water
→ Herbs
06 - ⅓ cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
→ Other
07 - Pinch of salt
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, add basil leaves, and allow to steep for 10 minutes. Strain out the basil leaves.
02 - In a blender, combine blueberries, lemon zest, lemon juice, the basil-infused syrup, and a pinch of salt. Process until completely smooth.
03 - Pass the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove skins and seeds for a refined texture, if desired.
04 - Transfer the mixture to a shallow freezer-safe container. Cover and freeze for 4 to 6 hours, stirring every 30 to 60 minutes with a fork to break up ice crystals until the mixture is smooth and scoopable.
05 - Alternatively, churn in an ice cream maker following manufacturer instructions to achieve a creamier consistency.
