Description
This refreshing Heirloom Tomato Sorbet recipe offers a vibrant, no-bake dessert that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of ultra-ripe heirloom tomatoes with a hint of citrus and maple syrup. Ideal for warm weather or a light palate cleanser, it’s effortlessly simple to make and can be garnished with fresh herbs for an elegant touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 1½ lbs ripe heirloom tomatoes (roughly chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or lime juice)
- 3 tbsp organic maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Pinch of sea salt
Optional Garnish
- Fresh basil or mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Tomatoes: Start by washing and roughly chopping the ripe heirloom tomatoes. Using ultra-ripe tomatoes ensures the sorbet will be naturally sweet and flavorful.
- Blend Ingredients: Combine the chopped tomatoes, fresh lemon juice, maple syrup, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt in a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Strain (Optional): For an extra smooth sorbet, strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any seeds or pulp, though this step can be skipped for a more rustic texture.
- Freeze: Pour the tomato mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions until it reaches a sorbet consistency. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, pour the mixture into a shallow container and freeze, stirring every 30 minutes until frozen and smooth.
- Serve: Scoop the chilled sorbet into serving dishes. Garnish with fresh basil or mint leaves for a refreshing aroma and presentation. Optionally, serve in a martini glass or freeze in silicone molds to make popsicles for children.
Notes
- Use ultra-ripe heirloom tomatoes for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- If you prefer a sweeter sorbet, add 1 extra tablespoon of maple syrup or a few drops of liquid stevia for a low-carb, keto-friendly version.
- Add a pinch of cayenne or freshly ground black pepper for a spicy twist.
- For an elegant presentation, serve the sorbet in a chilled martini glass with a fresh basil leaf garnish.
- Freeze the sorbet mixture in silicone molds to create kid-friendly popsicles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: heirloom tomato sorbet, no-bake dessert, vegan sorbet, summer dessert, tomato dessert, fruit sorbet
