Strawberries are in season so if you have any around this homemade strawberry & chia jam is “berry” good for you! Strawberries offer antioxidative protection against cancer, help regulate blood sugar, improves the function of the immune system & helps to lower and maintain healthy blood pressure. Chia seeds are extremely nutrient dense, loaded with antioxidants, fiber, and protein…not to mention they’re high in omega-3 essential fatty acids AND they help maintain a healthy weight/
Ingredients
- 2 cups Strawberries
- 1 tbsp Honey raw, local
- 2 tbsp Chia Seeds
Instructions
- De-stem the strawberries and cut in half. Place strawberries, honey and chia seeds in a blender or food processor and pulse until it reaches your preferred jam-consistency.
- Transfer jam into a saucepan and place on the stove over medium heat. Stir until it begins to bubble. Reduce heat to low and allow to simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until the jam begins to thicken.
- Remove from heat and pour into a Mason jar. Let cool and store in the fridge for up to 7 days. Freeze if saving for future use. Enjoy!
Notes
Get Creative by trying different combinations like strawberry-rhubarb or strawberry-peach!
Storage Tip: If freezing for future use, be sure to leave at least 1" of space at the top of the jar to allow room for expansion. Otherwise, the jar may shatter.
Vegans: Use maple syrup to sweeten instead of honey.
Nutrition Facts
Strawberry Chia Jam
Amount Per Serving (2 tsp)
Calories 35
Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 0g0%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Monounsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 1mg0%
Potassium 80mg2%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 0IU0%
Vitamin C 19.8mg24%
Calcium 20mg2%
Iron 0mg0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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