Watermelon Sorbet

This easy watermelon sorbet is a refreshing frozen treat made from watermelon juice, sugar, lemon, and optional mint, but note this recipe is not suitable for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

On hot days, nothing is more refreshing than watermelon, and combining it with sorbet is truly out of this world. Here's the easiest recipe for a winning watermelon sorbet.

Note: This recipe is not suitable for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh watermelon juice (about 0.5 kg of watermelon)
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• Juice of half a lemon
• Optional: fresh mint leaves (adds a great touch but not necessary)

Instructions:

1. Prepare Mint:

   Separate the mint leaves from the stems and chop the leaves finely (discard the stems).

2. Dissolve Sugar:

   Mix the sugar with a very small amount of boiling water (about 1 tablespoon) until dissolved.

3. Combine Ingredients:

   Add the lemon juice, watermelon juice, and chopped mint (if using) to the sugar solution and mix until well combined.

4. Freeze:

   Pour the mixture into a container and place it in the freezer for 24 hours.

5. Blend:

   After 24 hours, take the frozen mixture out of the freezer and blend it until smooth (I use a Ninja blender).

6. Serve:

   Enjoy your refreshing watermelon sorbet!

Note: This recipe might not be suitable for all patients.