Pork Free Ginger Mint Fruit Compote

Total time30 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time20 min

4.9

(26)

Warm, fragrant, and bursting with color, this fruit compote is the kind of dish that makes a simple bowl feel like something special. Apples and pears form the tender base, while blueberries and fresh mango bring brightness and a gorgeous jewel-toned finish. A touch of grated ginger and ground cinnamon give the whole thing a gentle warmth, and the maple syrup keeps the sweetness natural and mellow. Everything simmers together until the blueberries burst and the sauce thickens into something almost jammy — then fresh mint goes in right at the end for a cool, herby lift that ties it all together. This is a completely plant-based recipe built entirely from fruit, spices, and a few pantry staples, so there's nothing to second-guess about what's in it. Serve it warm over oatmeal or yogurt, spoon it alongside a savory brunch spread, or enjoy it at room temperature as a light dessert. It's one of those recipes that looks and tastes far more impressive than the effort it actually takes.

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Ingredients

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 or frozen blueberries
1 cup fresh mango, cut into ½-inch pieces
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
3 tbsp water
1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
¼ tsp ground cinnamon
⅛ tsp fine salt
2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced

Instructions

1
Combine the apple, pear, maple syrup, water, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt in a medium saucepan. Stir to coat the fruit evenly.
2
Set the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples and pears begin to soften and release their juices, about 8–10 minutes.

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