Summertime Soy Granita

Cool, refreshing, and effortlessly dairy-free, Summertime Soy Granita is a delightful vegan dessert that captures the essence of sunny days. Crafted with unsweetened soy milk, a hint of citrusy orange zest, and the bright tang of freshly squeezed lemon juice, this granita strikes a perfect balance between creamy and zesty. Sweetened just right with a touch of sugar and infused with fragrant vanilla, it's a guilt-free treat that comes together with minimal effort and zero cooking time. The magic lies in its unique preparation—scraping it every 30 minutes to create a fluffy, crystalline texture that's a joy to eat. Serve this chilled masterpiece in frosty bowls or glasses to elevate any summer gathering or enjoy it as a light, invigorating dessert after a long day.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Soy milk (unsweetened)
• 3 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 pinch Pinch of salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the soy milk and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 2

Stir in the vanilla extract, lemon juice, orange zest, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to combine all the flavors.

Step 3

Pour the mixture into a shallow, freezer-safe dish (such as a baking dish). Cover lightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap.

Step 4

Place the dish in the freezer and allow it to chill for 30 minutes.

Step 5

After 30 minutes, use a fork to scrape the icy edges into the center of the dish. Repeat scraping every 30 minutes for 3 hours, until the granita has a fluffy, crystalline texture.

Step 6

Once the granita is fully frozen and flaky, fluff it with a fork one last time before serving.

Step 7

Spoon the granita into chilled bowls or glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(485.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	163.3

Total Fat 8.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 320mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 8.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g	0%
Total Sugars 2.2g
Protein 14.1g	0%

Vitamin D 240IU	0%
Calcium 603.3mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 610.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.3%

Protein: 34.3%

Carbs: 21.4%