Low Iodine Classic Berry Compote
Bright, jammy, and bursting with natural fruit flavor, this berry compote is the kind of simple recipe that makes everything it touches taste more special. A mix of strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries simmers down with sugar, fresh lemon juice, and a little zest until the whole thing becomes glossy, thick, and deeply fragrant. Following a low-iodine protocol often means scrutinizing store-bought jams and fruit spreads for additives, dyes, and preservatives that can complicate things — making a homemade version like this a genuinely smart move. Every ingredient here is straightforward and clean, with no hidden extras to second-guess. A gentle boil followed by a steady simmer does all the work, coaxing the berries into a sauce that coats the back of a spoon beautifully. Spoon it over oatmeal, stir it into a bowl of plain yogurt, or use it as a topping wherever you need a little sweetness. It keeps in the fridge for up to a week, so one quick batch goes a long way.
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6 servings
- 3 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen), such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp lemon zest
- 1 pinch salt
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the berries, sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring once or twice to coat the fruit.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries begin to release their juices and the sugar dissolves, about 3–4 minutes.
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