Rhubarb Compote

Brighten up your desserts or breakfast dishes with this simple yet irresistible Rhubarb Compote recipe. Bursting with tangy-sweet flavor, this vibrant compote combines tender rhubarb, a touch of sugar, and the subtle warmth of vanilla, balanced perfectly with a splash of fresh lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the perfect way to transform rhubarb into a versatile topping for yogurt, pancakes, cakes, or even ice cream. This quick and easy recipe not only highlights rhubarb’s natural tartness but also thickens into a luscious texture as it cools. Ideal for spring and summer entertaining, this make-ahead compote stores beautifully in the fridge, ensuring you’ll always have a delightful fruity addition on hand! Perfectly simple, perfectly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 g rhubarb stalks
• 100 g granulated sugar
• 60 ml water
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Begin by thoroughly washing the rhubarb stalks under cold running water.

Step 2

Trim the ends of the rhubarb and cut the stalks into 1-inch pieces.

Step 3

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the chopped rhubarb, granulated sugar, and water.

Step 4

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the rhubarb breaks down and the mixture thickens.

Step 6

Once the desired consistency is reached, remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 7

Stir in the lemon juice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.

Step 8

Let the compote cool to room temperature. It will thicken further as it cools.

Step 9

Serve the rhubarb compote warm or chilled, as desired.

Step 10

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	680.4 grams (680.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	501

Total Fat 1.00g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 162mg	7%
Total Carbohydrate 124.30g	45%
Dietary Fiber 9.00g	32%
Total Sugars 106.40g
Protein 4.60g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 435mg	33%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 1465mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.7%

Protein: 3.5%

Carbs: 94.8%