Rhubarb Strawberry Chia Spread
Indulge in the naturally sweet and tangy flavours of the Rhubarb Strawberry Chia Spread, a delightful condiment that’s perfect for enhancing your breakfast and snack times. This diabetes-friendly recipe combines fresh strawberries and rhubarb with chia seeds to create a nutrient-rich spread that's high in fibre and low in processed sugars, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
Servings: 12
Calories: 42kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups rhubarb sliced
- 2 cups strawberries sliced
- 2 tbsp water
- 4 tbsp chia seeds
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 orange zested
Instructions
- Put the rhubarb and strawberries and water in a small pot and heat over medium high heat. Cook for 10 minutes with the lid on, stirring occasionally.2 cups rhubarb, 2 cups strawberries, 2 tbsp water
- Place this mixture in a blender and puree, leaving a little texture.
- Pour into a mixing bowl, add the chia, honey and orange zest, stir well. Let it stand for about 10 minutes or so, stir again and then place in a jar/container in the fridge.4 tbsp chia seeds, 2 tbsp honey, 1 orange
Cooking Tips
- Texture adjustment: For a smoother texture, blend the fruit mixture more thoroughly. For a chunkier spread, blend less.
- Flavour variations: Experiment with adding different citrus zests, such as lemon or lime, or spices like cinnamon or vanilla, to diversify the flavour profile.
- Storage tips: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to preserve freshness. The spread should last up to a week.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Rhubarb Strawberry Chia Spread
Serving Size
2 Tablespoons
Amount per Serving
Calories
42
% Daily Value*
Fat
1.3
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
0.1
g
1
%
Trans Fat
0.01
g
Sodium
2
mg
0
%
Potassium
113.4
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
7.3
g
2
%
Fiber
2.2
g
9
%
Sugar
4.3
g
5
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin C
15.8
mg
19
%
Calcium
46.9
mg
5
%
Iron
0.5
mg
3
%
Magnesium
19.1
mg
5
%
Zinc
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.