Strawberry Granita

Ingredients

• 1 pound of fresh strawberries, hulled
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1 cup of water
• 2 tablespoons of lemon juice

Instructions

1. In a blender, puree the strawberries until smooth.
2. In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
3. Add the pureed strawberries and lemon juice to the saucepan and stir to combine.
4. Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and freeze for 30 minutes.
5. After 30 minutes, use a fork to break up any ice crystals that have formed. Place the dish back in the freezer for another 30 minutes.
6. Repeat the process of breaking up the ice crystals and freezing for 30 minutes until the strawberry granita is completely frozen and has a slushy texture.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh mint leaves or additional sliced strawberries if desired.

Verdict

This strawberry granita recipe is incredibly easy to make and perfect for hot summer days. The combination of sweet strawberries and tart lemon juice is refreshing and delicious. Serve it as a dessert or as a palate cleanser between courses.

Serving Suggestions

For a fun twist, try serving the strawberry granita in hollowed-out strawberry cups. Simply cut off the tops of the strawberries, scoop out the flesh, and fill with the granita. It’s a fun and festive presentation that your guests will love.