Description
A delightful blend of tart rhubarb and sweet strawberries, this Easy Strawberry Rhubarb Applesauce is a quick and nutritious dish perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rhubarb, chopped
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1 cup applesauce
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine chopped rhubarb, strawberries, and sugar in a saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the fruit is soft and the mixture starts to bubble.
- Stir in the applesauce, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until well combined.
- Remove from heat and let it cool before serving. Enjoy as a side dish or topping!
Notes
For those with diabetes, consider using sugar substitutes like stevia or monk fruit. Always choose fresh produce for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg