Mulberry sorbet or ice cream
Mulberry sorbet or ice cream is a refreshing frozen dessert made primarily from sweetened mulberry fruit puree, often with lemon juice for balance. It's a seasonal treat popular in regions where mulberries grow, such as parts of Asia, Europe, and North America, celebrating the brief harvest of this delicate berry.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is high in carbohydrates, primarily from natural fruit sugars and added sweeteners, with minimal fat and protein. It provides a good source of vitamin C, manganese, and dietary fiber, with a typical serving containing around 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 170 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 35 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin K | 12 µg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 35 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Mulberries are one of the few fruits that can be eaten fresh or dried, and their deep purple-red color comes from anthocyanins, powerful antioxidants linked to various health benefits. Culturally, the mulberry tree is also famous as the sole food source for silkworms, making it integral to the silk production industry.
