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Fresh No-Churn Watermelon Lime Sorbet

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A quick and easy no-churn sorbet combining juicy watermelon, zesty lime, fresh mint, and a pinch of sea salt for a refreshing summer treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (600 grams) cubed seedless watermelon
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 10–12 fresh mint leaves, washed and roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • A pinch (about 1/8 teaspoon) sea salt
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water

Instructions

  1. Cut about 4 cups (600 grams) of seedless watermelon into cubes. Remove any seeds if your watermelon isn’t seedless. Chill the cubes in the fridge for 30 minutes if possible.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar with 1/4 cup (60 ml) water. Heat gently over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Let it cool to room temperature.
  3. In your blender or food processor, combine the chilled watermelon cubes, cooled simple syrup, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice, and 10-12 fresh mint leaves. Blend until completely smooth, about 1-2 minutes. Scrape down the sides as needed.
  4. Optional: Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl for an ultra-smooth texture.
  5. Stir in a pinch (about 1/8 teaspoon) of sea salt to the mixture.
  6. Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish or loaf pan. Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid. Stir every 30 minutes during the first 2 hours to break up ice crystals (optional).
  7. Before serving, let the sorbet sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to soften slightly. Garnish with extra mint leaves or a lime wedge if desired.

Notes

Stirring the sorbet every 30 minutes during freezing helps create a smoother texture by breaking up ice crystals. Using ripe watermelon and fresh lime juice enhances flavor. If sorbet is too icy, let it soften before serving or add a tablespoon of vodka to improve scoopability.

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