Strawberry Lemonade Sorbet Refreshing Summer Treat

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 cup lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 zest of 1 lemon
• a pinch of salt

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium until the sugar is fully dissolved, stirring occasionally to create a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. In a blender or food processor, add the sliced strawberries and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
3. Once the simple syrup has cooled, add it to the blender with the strawberry and lemon mixture. Include the lemon zest and a pinch of salt, then blend again until everything is well combined.
4. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish or an ice cream maker. If using a shallow dish, place it in the freezer. Stir every 30 minutes for about 3-4 hours, until it reaches a sorbet-like consistency. If using an ice cream maker, churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until smooth and creamy.
5. Once firm, let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly before serving.