Olive Oil and Lemon Sorbet

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 13

Refreshing Olive Oil and Lemon Sorbet

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

226

Sugar

45g

Fat

Olive Oil and Lemon Sorbet is a delightful dessert that is perfect for those who love the tart and refreshing flavor of lemon. This sorbet is made with egg whites, sugar, water, olive oil, and lemon juice and zest. It is light, refreshing, and perfect for hot summer days.

Instructions

1.	Add sugar and water to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir until sugar dissolves.
2.	Let the syrup cool before adding the lemon juice and grated zest.
3.	In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form.
4.	Gradually fold egg whites into the lemon mixture.
5.	Whisk in olive oil and pour the mixture into an ice cream maker.
6.	Churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
7.	Transfer sorbet to an airtight container and freeze until firm.

PROS

This sorbet is light, refreshing, and perfect for hot summer days.

It is also easy to make and has a unique flavor that is sure to impress.

CONS

This recipe requires an ice cream maker, which can be expensive and take up a lot of space in the kitchen.

The sorbet may also be too tart for some people’s tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Olive oil and lemon are both rich in antioxidants, which can help protect your body against damage caused by free radicals.
This sorbet is also a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream, as it contains less sugar and fat.

	250 g sugar
	250 g water
	lemon juice
	grated lemon rind
	2 egg whites
	100 g olive oil