Nitrate & Nitrite Free Gluten Free Blueberry Compote
Blueberries, lemon, sugar, and a pinch of salt — that's genuinely all it takes to make a compote that tastes like it came from a fancy brunch spot. The berries are coaxed over medium heat until they burst and release their deep, jammy juices, then thickened just enough to coat a spoon with that glossy, fruit-forward finish. A hit of fresh lemon zest and juice goes in right at the end, brightening the whole thing and keeping the flavor lively rather than flat. Because every ingredient here is a whole, unprocessed food, there's no need to squint at a label hunting for hidden preservatives or curing agents — this is as clean as a recipe gets. It's wonderful spooned over yogurt, pancakes, oatmeal, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and it stores beautifully in a jar once it cools to room temperature. Simple technique, short ingredient list, and a result that genuinely punches above its weight.
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6 servings
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the blueberries, sugar, water, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring once to coat the berries.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the berries begin to burst and release their juices, about 5–6 minutes. Use the back of the spoon to gently press about a third of the berries against the side of the pan.
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