Tomato and Basil Sorbet
Nothing captures the essence of summer quite like vine-ripened tomatoes and fresh basil. This savory sorbet is a refreshing and unexpected first course, ideal for warm-weather entertaining or as a unique palate cleanser. Light, herbaceous, and subtly sweet, it’s a sophisticated way to showcase garden-fresh ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 5 fresh ripe tomatoes
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup simple syrup
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 6 fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
Instructions:
- Prepare Tomatoes:
Peel, core, and seed the tomatoes. Purée in a food processor until smooth. You should have about 3 cups of purée. - Mix:
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, simple syrup, tomato paste, and chopped basil until well blended. - Freeze:
Pour the mixture into the bowl of your Whynter ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve in small chilled bowls as a first course or intermezzo. Garnish with a fresh basil leaf or a crack of black pepper. It also pairs beautifully with fresh mozzarella or grilled vegetables.
