MINT PAPAYA SORBET

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While looking looking for new ways to use my favorite herb-fresh mint-I decided to create a frosty treat that was healthy, too. A dish of this pretty sorbet is the perfect ending to a summer meal. -Jess Apfe, Berkeley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
2 cups chopped peeled papaya
1/4 cup lime juice
3 tablespoons minced fresh mint

Steps:

In a small saucepan, bring the water, sugar and mint leaves to a boil. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved; set aside to cool. Strain; discard mint leaves., Place the papaya in a food processor; add sugar syrup and lime juice. Cover and process for 2-3 minutes or until smooth. Stir in chopped mint., Fill cylinder of ice cream freezer; freeze according to manufacturer's directions. Transfer to a freezer container; freeze for 4 hours or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 5mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.