We include only the good stuff in this naturally sweetened strawberry rhubarb compote. The fresh strawberries balance out the sourness of the rhubarb, the orange juice adds a nice zestiness and a touch of honey rounds out the whole flavor profile to give you a sweet, tart experience that pops in your mouth.
Ahh you guys! I am sitting on an airplane ALL BY MYSELF traveling to Salt Lake City. This is the first time I have left all three kids behind, and although I am *super* excited, I can’t help but feel a little nervous too!
They are home with dad, so I’m sure it will be all fine, he is MORE than capable. But you know how all those little ‘what if’ scenarios sneak into your head when you are usually the one in control. Mentally I have him leaving them at school, feeding them pizza for four days in a row and letting the baby crawl out on the road.
But you know what, I have the opportunity for 3 full nights sleeps in a king bed all by myself, so lets just push that mama guilt way down.
I digress. My lovely hubby wanted me to leave without doing any meal prep for him, he didn’t want me running around like a blue-arsed-fly trying to get everything ready before leaving. It was such a weird and freeing sensation but I couldn’t help it and still prepare some snacks (did I mention I am a control freak?). I made a huge batch of this strawberry rhubarb compote for the kids to enjoy on their breakfast granola, just to show I loved them even if I was running out the door so fast it couldn’t hit me on the bum.
What is in This Strawberry Rhubarb Compote and What Do I Do With It?
We include only the good stuff in this naturally sweetened strawberry rhubarb compote. The fresh strawberries balance out the sourness of the rhubarb, the orange juice adds a nice zestiness and a touch of honey rounds out the whole flavor profile to give you a sweet, tart experience that pops in your mouth.
Pair it with:
- yogurt and granola for breakfast;
- swirl it into plain yogurt for a homemade sweetened yogurt for the kids without all the added sugar;
- add a dollop on top of your ice cream;
- fancy up a glass of milk by blending a bog dollop alongside some ice (or ice cream) for a different kind of milkshake;
- add some on top of fresh bread and ricotta for a sweet snack or lunch;
- add it to some cottage cheese if you need some protein but still crave something sweet;
- spread on pancakes, waffles, muffins or scones.
Need more ideas for using strawberries in the peak of their season? Check these out:
- Healthy Strawberry Rhubarb Oat Bars from My Kitchen Love;
- Cheesecake Keto Fat Bombs from Savory Tooth.
Any other ideas on what you can do with your strawberry rhubarb compote? Leave a comment and let me know. Happy eating.
We include only the good stuff in this naturally sweetened strawberry rhubarb compote. The fresh strawberries balance out the sourness of the rhubarb, the orange juice adds a nice zestiness and a touch of honey rounds out the whole flavor profile to give you a sweet, tart experience that pops in your mouth.
- 1 cup rhubarb chopped into 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup strawberries hulled and quartered
- 1 orange juiced
- 1/4 cup cold filtered water
- 2 tbsp honey or agave nectar
- pinch sea salt
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In a small saucepan add the rhubarb, strawberries, orange juice, water, honey, and sea salt. Cover and allow to come to a boil. Reduce to a simmer, remove lid and and allow to simmer for 10 minutes. At this point most of the fruit should have broken down, remove from heat.
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Using a potato masher, mash the fruit and make the compote smoother.
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Taste and add more honey if needed.
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Allow to cool for 10 minutes (the compote will thicken as it cools), then transfer the compote to a glass jar with a lid. Cool, uncovered at room temperature until it's no longer hot. Pop on the lid and transfer to the fridge to chill for at least 4 to 6 hours before using. See notes for serving suggestions.
Serving Suggestions:
- yogurt and granola for breakfast;
- swirl it into plain yogurt for a homemade sweetened yogurt for the kids without all the added sugar;
- add a dollop on top of your ice cream;
- fancy up a glass of milk by blending a bog dollop alongside some ice (or ice cream) for a different kind of milkshake;
- add some on top of fresh bread and ricotta for a sweet snack or lunch;
- add it to some cottage cheese if you need some protein but still crave something sweet;
- spread on pancakes, waffles, muffins or scones.
I always make compote whenever I have fresh strawberries on hand. The addition of rhubarb sounds awesome! I can’t wait to try this combo!
Compotes are just the best aren’t they. Especially if you have lots of fruit ripening all at once
I love the combination of strawberry and rhubarb, and I love that you’ve added some citrus punch here too. It’s a great combination! I make a fairly low-sugar (but still more sugar than this recipe) strawberry-rhubarb balsamic jam every year for canning, but I like this simple and fruit-forward version quite a lot too! Loved your story about flying solo too – I toooootally understand. Just last fall I flew without my kids for the first time in 5 years and it’s exactly that mix of relief and guilt (mainly guilt for leaving my wife to take care of everything!). I’m travelling again this fall – maybe I’d better leave some jam behind 🙂
Oh I love the sound of that strawberry rhubarb balsamic jam!
Enjoy your break! I couldn’t resist a king size bed all to myself either! I love to make rhubarb compote and keep it in the fridge to add to just about anything – I love how you minimized the sugar, I do the same, I like it a bit tart!
It’s the best right! The strawberries are sweet enough that we didn’t even miss the sugar, plus i dont feel so bad if the kids scarf it down if there is no added sugar in there 🙂
Im a new convert to rhubarb…. and just got a ton of it at the farmers market … I cant wait to try this out! It sounds so so good!
It’s the best!
I truly love this combination. We used to have rhubarb at our old house and my son loved when I made jelly. I wish I still had it. I think I’ll save your recipe and see if I can’t get some rhubarb at the Farmer’s Market. Oh, and don’t feel guilty! I hope you had a lovely trip.
I did, thank you Marisa!! I need to plant some rhubarb of my own next season, it always goes way too quickly at the farmers market
Ohh, this compote looks delicious! I love the idea of putting a scoopful over my yogurt. I’ll be picking up some rhubarb and strawberries to I can make this right away. Such a simple and delicious way to use seasonal fruits.
Simple is the best 🙂
Dang! he possibilities really are endless with this good stuff! I haven’t had strawberry + rhubarb *anything* in far too long. I need to change that stat, and it might as well be with this glorious spread!
This looks sensational. I imagine putting this in my yogurt parfait, or on top of pancakes. My kids would love this on toast or waffles. It looks really easy to make too. Thank you for sharing!
So easy to make, my kids have been requesting it every day on their breakfast 🙂
What a good momma!! I’m sure they loved their snack- and I hope you loved your vacation 😀 I need this- I’m rhubarb obsessed!
Oh I LOVED my vacation, thank you 🙂
I’ve actually never tried rhubarb in my compote before. Can you believe it?! I’ve always been a strawberry kinda girl but I think you’ve got me convinced to throw some rhubarb in my next batch!
It’s great, adds just a little bit of a different flavor and tames the sweetness of the strawberries
This classic combo is so delicious..in ALL ways. I would not even consider eating rhubarb without strawberries included. This recipe can be used on so many wonderful ways. With fresh berry season just ramping up…this is the perfect way to enjoy the fruits of the season.
Oh my goodness.. I’m going to Salt Lake City for a conference in September and I can’t wait for 3 nights in a king bed ALONE!!!! ahhhhhhhhhh.. I’ll have no problem pushing down my mom guilt – lol!!
I absolutely love your recipe for Strawberry Rhubarb Compote! I love the idea to use it in a milkshake or in cottage cheese. Yum!
Oh it was glorious, I got to sleep all night long without someone yelling ‘MAMA’ at the top of their lungs 🙂 I will have no problem with the mom guilt next time!!