Strawberry Basil Chia Jam: A Unique Flavor Delight!
A delightful and unique jam made with fresh strawberries, basil, and chia seeds, perfect for spreading on toast or adding to desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped strawberries, basil, and honey (or maple syrup).
- Cook over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the strawberries start to break down.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chia seeds and lemon juice.
- Let the mixture sit for about 10-15 minutes to thicken.
- Transfer the jam to a jar and refrigerate. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the mixture before adding chia seeds.
- This jam can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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