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Easy and refreshing 3 ingredient lime sorbet recipe. In just 3 minutes hands-on time you can put together a refreshing lime sorbet!
In summer, I often opt for a lighter and more refreshing sorbet over ice cream. This Lime Sorbet is delightfully sweet and tangy. A refreshing summer treat!
It’s amazing on its own, in a sugar cone or as a margarita float – because why not?
It’s a delicious treat when you want something sweet, yet light.
This easy sorbet recipe is not too sweet, not too sour and more delicious than you can imagine. It takes just 3 ingredients and 3 minutes hands on time!
It’s so quick you can throw it together right before bed, and have a ready sorbet as soon as you wake up. Don’t worry, I won’t judge you if you eat some for breakfast. Sometimes you deserve it right?
Even better, it’s a one dish recipe – you can mix it up directly in the container you freeze it in!
Table of Contents
Lime Sorbet Ingredients
- Lime Juice – Freshly squeezed or store bought in the produce or juice section of your grocery store. Use standard limes or Key Limes, your choice!
- Simple Syrup – Adds just the right amount of sweetness to sorbet. You can make your own by combining equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Cool to use.
- Water – Reduces the tartness and provides great consistency for this dairy free treat.
Optional Swirl Ins and Toppings
- Herbs – Chopped Mint or Basil is the perfect compliment for Lime Sorbet.
- Zest – For even more lime flavor and a little texture, add the zest of 1-2 limes.
- Fruits – Fold in sliced strawberries or papaya or tropical fruit.
- Whipped Cream – A dollop of whipped cream is always a good idea to top with!
How To Make Lime Sorbet
- Prep – If you’re starting from scratch, juice limes and make simply syrup (about 1.5 cups sugar and 1.5 cups water on a stovetop over medium heat until dissolved. Allow to cool. Use 2 cups for this recipe.
- Combine – Combine lime juice, simple syrup and water in a loaf pan.
- Freeze – Freeze overnight or approximately 8 hours.
Tips
- Allow the sorbet to soften for 5 minutes before scooping.
Store
- Freeze – Store in an airtight container or covered securely in plastic wrap. Double wrap in a freezer bag to store up to 3 months.
How to Freshly Squeeze Limes
- Citrus Juicer Attachment – Affix to your KitchenAid Mixer. Cut lemon into half. Turn mixer on 2 or 4 and press lime on attachment with a bowl underneath to capture the juice.
- Citrus Squeezer – Cut lime in half, place one half in the citrus squeezer and squeeze over a pitcher or a bowl.
- By Hand – Roll lemon firmly on counter to soften. Slice lime in half. Squeeze over bowl multiple times, pressing a spoon to release any remaining juice if needed.
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Lime Sorbet
Easy and refreshing 3 ingredient lime sorbet recipe. In just 3 minutes hands-on time, you can put together a refreshing lime sorbet!
Ingredients
- 1 cup lime juice
- 2 cups simple syrup
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- In a loaf pan or small baking dish, mix ingredients.
- Freeze overnight.
Tips
Substitutions
- Lime Juice – Freshly squeezed or store bought in the produce or juice section of your grocery store. Use standard limes or Key Limes, your choice!
- Simple Syrup – Purchase in the spirits aisle of your grocer or make your own by combining equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Cool to use.
Optional Swirl Ins and Toppings
- Herbs – Chopped Mint or Basil
- Zest – For even more lime flavor and a little texture, add the zest of 1-2 limes.
- Fruits – Fold in sliced strawberries or papaya or tropical fruit.
- Whipped Cream
How to Freshly Squeeze Limes
- Citrus Juicer Attachment – Affix to your KitchenAid Mixer. Cut lemon into half. Turn mixer on 2 or 4 and press lime on attachment with a bowl underneath to capture the juice.
- Citrus Squeezer – Cut lime in half, place one half in the citrus squeezer and squeeze over a pitcher or a bowl.
- By Hand – Roll lemon firmly on counter to soften. Slice lime in half. Squeeze over bowl multiple times, pressing a spoon to release any remaining juice if needed.
To Store
- Freeze – Store in an airtight container or covered securely in plastic wrap. Double wrap in a freezer bag to store up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 187kcal (9%), Carbohydrates: 51g (17%), Sodium: 40mg (2%), Potassium: 70mg (2%), Sugar: 49g (54%), Vitamin A: 10IU, Vitamin C: 7.3mg (9%), Calcium: 12mg (1%), Iron: 2.4mg (13%)
Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.
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Jules says
Used this recipe as a base but blitzed a bad of frozen mango chunks to one batch and 3/4 kiwis to the other .. also added some grated zest to the mango sorbet. Taste and adjust as you go to get the balance of sharp/ sweet right for you.
Going to experiment with orange/passion fruit!
Freezing your metal dish first for even ten minutes will speed up the freezing process
Julie Blanner says
Thanks for sharing, Jules!
Barbara Hill says
Surprisingly easy to make. I was tired,wanted to get to bed so made it quickly.’
I’d suggest letting it unfreeze a little before scooping it so it is ‘snowy’ rather than ‘icy’. You don’t need a large serving either as it is very refreshing and sharpish. I added one teaspoon of finely grated lime rind to texture it a little.
The following day I made some candied lime slices to garnish it and served it in tall glasses.
Little effort,big result!
Julie Blanner says
Mmmmm! Love that idea! I agree…great notes!
Laurie Mills says
have you ever tried adding tequila to this before/after freezing? I make a rum summer slush, but this sounds like it would be fantastic with some tequila added to it!
Julie Blanner says
Why not? I make a float with tequila, but mix it in and make it a slush. Cheers!
Hannah says
This is the first time I ever tried a lime sorbet and I loved it! It was so good!
Lisa says
Hello love your blog!
Julie says
Thank you, Lisa! Have a beautiful day!