MINT PAPAYA SORBET
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
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
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.
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Dean Riley
rileyd@yahoo.comOverall, I thought this sorbet was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't amazing either.
Liliana Adamson
adamson_l@aol.comI found this sorbet to be a bit icy. I think it would be better if it was churned in an ice cream maker.
Hazard Emma
hazardemma@gmail.comThis sorbet is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.
Tito Alvarez
a@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of mint, but I really enjoyed this sorbet. The papaya flavor was really strong and the mint was just a hint.
Kakaraan Pishin
pishin@yahoo.comThis sorbet is a great make-ahead dessert. I made it the day before my party and it was perfect.
Monica Ona-Ariki
m@gmail.comI love that this sorbet is made with all-natural ingredients. It's a healthy and refreshing treat.
Christian Amoako ofori
oforic21@gmail.comI made this sorbet with frozen papaya and it turned out great! It's a great way to use up frozen fruit.
wrathofthefrog gaming
gw@aol.comThis sorbet is a great way to get your kids to eat fruit. My kids love it!
MARYAM SYED Gulali khan
s_maryam@aol.comI'm not a big fan of papaya, but I really enjoyed this sorbet. The mint flavor really helped to balance out the papaya flavor.
Lala Moje
lala.m@gmail.comThis sorbet is so easy to make. I had it ready in just a few minutes.
Sarmad Sajid
s@hotmail.frI love the combination of mint and papaya in this sorbet. It's so unique and refreshing.
Mian Azeem
azeem.mian@hotmail.frThis sorbet is the perfect summer treat. It's light and refreshing, and it's a great way to cool down on a hot day.
Idi Wachiba
i81@aol.comI made this sorbet for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.
Nikole Sellers
n@hotmail.comThis sorbet is a great way to use up ripe papayas. It's also a healthy and refreshing snack.
Alizwa Madliswana
malizwa90@hotmail.comI love this sorbet! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.
OTU ROLAND
r51@gmail.comThis mint papaya sorbet was a refreshing and delicious treat! The combination of mint and papaya was perfect, and the sorbet was just the right amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.