Name: Refreshing Pineapple and Basil Sorbet Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup water; Juice of 1 lemon; 12 fresh basil leaves

Refreshing Pineapple and Basil Sorbet Recipe

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Beat the heat with this tropical delight! This pineapple and basil sorbet recipe is the perfect combination of tangy and sweet flavors, with a hint of refreshing basil. It's a light and refreshing dessert that will cool you down on hot summer days. With just a few simple ingredients and a blender, you can whip up this delightful sorbet in no time. Enjoy it as a palate cleanser between courses or as a refreshing dessert on its own.

Ingredients

2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
Juice of 1 lemon
12 fresh basil leaves

Directions

Place the pineapple chunks, granulated sugar, water, lemon juice, and basil leaves in a blender.
Blend on high speed until smooth and well combined.
Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions until it reaches a sorbet consistency.
Transfer the sorbet to an airtight container and freeze for at least 4 hours to firm up.
Serve the pineapple and basil sorbet in chilled bowls, garnished with a fresh basil leaf, if desired.

Interesting Facts

Pineapples are a good source of vitamin C and manganese, which are important for a healthy immune system.

Basil has a cooling effect on the body and is commonly used in herbal medicine to relieve stress and anxiety.

This sorbet recipe can easily be made vegan by replacing the granulated sugar with a plant-based sweetener like maple syrup or agave nectar.