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!

Provided by John Coan

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 zucchini
½ cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
⅔ cup sugar
2 sprigs mint leaves

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.4 g, Sodium 10.2 mg, Sugar 35.8 g

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