Zucchini-Lemon Sorbet

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I was looking for a way to use up some zucchini, and I came up with the idea of turning it into a sorbet with lemon. It is beautiful and tasty! My son had no idea he was eating his least favorite vegetable!

Prep Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 35 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
2 cups

Ingredients

  • 2 zucchini

  • ½ cup lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

  • cup sugar

  • 2 sprigs mint leaves

Directions

  1. Cut the zucchini in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Cut the zucchini into chunks and place into a blender along with the lemon juice, lemon zest, sugar, and mint. Puree until smooth, then strain into a bowl through a mesh strainer. Cover, and refrigerate 1-2 hours until cold.

  2. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's directions to your desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

154 Calories
0g Fat
40g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 154
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 0%
Sodium 10mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 40g 14%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 36g
Protein 1g 3%
Vitamin C 34mg 37%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 300mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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