Sorbetto al Limone
Sorbetto al Limone is a classic Italian frozen dessert, essentially a smooth, dairy-free ice made from freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar, and water. It's a staple across Italy, especially in the south, prized for its intensely refreshing and palate-cleansing qualities.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dessert is primarily a source of simple carbohydrates from sugar, with virtually no fat or protein. A typical serving provides a quick energy boost, some vitamin C from the lemons, and generally ranges from 100 to 150 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 40 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 10 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Folate | 5 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's often served as a 'palate cleanser' (sorbetto paletta) between courses in a traditional Italian meal, and its simplicity highlights the quality of the lemons, which are a point of regional pride.
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