A delicious alternative to store-bought jam
Try this simple recipe instead of turning to store-bought jellies or jams sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup. Who knows? It could turn into your new favorite hobby! The fresh berries and chia seeds provide lots of fiber. Berries are also rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, and chia seeds are packed with omega-3 fats.
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1 1/2 cups fresh berries (blackberries, blueberries, strawberries or raspberries)
3 tablespoons chia seeds
4 tablespoons 100% pure maple syrup
Juice of 1 lemon
Makes 10 servings
Calories: 48
Total fat: 1 g
Saturated fat: 0 g
Trans fat: 0 g
Sodium: 1 mg
Carbohydrate: 9 g
Dietary fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 6 g
Protein: 1 g
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