Hormone-Supporting Strawberry Rhubarb Chia Jam
Ditch commercial jams loaded with sugar! This hormone-supporting strawberry rhubarb chia jam provides natural sweetness, fiber, and omega-3s perfect for perimenopause nutrition.
Equipment
- 1 pot
- 1 container
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries chopped
- 1½ cups fresh or frozen rhubarb diced
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Add strawberries, rhubarb, maple syrup, lemon juice, and sea salt to a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
- When the fruit begins to release its juices and soften, let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chia seeds.
- Allow the mixture to cool and thicken for 10-15 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
- Transfer to a clean glass jar and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months.
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Notes
Recipe Notes: Store in refrigerator for up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 6 months. Perfect low-sugar alternative to commercial jams with hormone-supporting nutrients.
Nutrition per serving (2 tablespoons): 38 calories, 0.8g total fat, 0.1g saturated fat, 8.2g carbohydrates, 2.1g fiber, 0.9g protein, 200mg omega-3 fatty acids, 24mg calcium, 0.2mg iron