Macadamia Free Ginger Basil Fruit Compote
Warm, jammy, and fragrant, this fruit compote is the kind of thing that makes a simple breakfast or dessert feel genuinely special. Chunks of apple and pear simmer down in honey, apple cider vinegar, and fresh ginger until they're tender but still holding their shape, then blueberries join the pot and bleed their deep purple juices into the mix. The finishing touch — torn fresh basil stirred in off the heat — is unexpected and completely brilliant, adding a floral, herby note that lifts the whole dish. For anyone navigating nut allergies or sensitivities, this recipe is naturally free of any tree nuts, built entirely from fresh fruit, pantry staples, and herbs. No label-reading required, no substitutions needed — just clean, vibrant ingredients doing exactly what they should. Serve it warm over yogurt or oatmeal, spoon it alongside roasted pork, or eat it chilled straight from the fridge as a light snack. It keeps well for a few days, so making a full batch is absolutely worth it.
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4 servings
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch pieces
- 2 medium pears, peeled, cored, and cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple pieces, pear pieces, grated ginger, honey, apple cider vinegar, water, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the fruit evenly.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples and pears are tender when pierced with a fork but still hold their shape, about 12–15 minutes.
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