Sesame Free Strawberry Sorbet with Honey & Lemon
Bright, fruity, and refreshingly light, this strawberry sorbet is the kind of dessert that feels like pure summer in a bowl. Fresh or frozen strawberries get blended with a simple honey syrup, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a little zest for a flavor that's floral, tart, and naturally sweet all at once. A pinch of sea salt rounds everything out, and a touch of ground ginger adds a subtle warmth if you're feeling adventurous. Because the ingredient list is so clean and straightforward, there's absolutely nothing to worry about when it comes to hidden sesame — no sauces, no blends, no surprises. The mixture gets strained for an ultra-smooth texture before it goes into the ice cream maker, so the final scoop is silky and scoopable rather than icy or grainy. It's the kind of elegant, crowd-pleasing treat that looks like it came from a fancy restaurant but comes together with pantry staples and a little patience.
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4 servings
- 1 lb fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled and halved
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground ginger (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes.
- 2
Add the strawberries, cooled honey syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and ground ginger (if using) to a blender or food processor. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 1 minute.
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