Fresh-Berry Compote
Enjoy this fresh, naturally sweet berry-delicious dessert on its own or as a topping on frozen lowfat vanilla yogurt or angel food cake.
Prep Time: about 10 minutes
Chilling Time: 15-30 minutes
Standing Time: 10 minutes
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients:
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons brown sugar
½ cup sliced strawberries
½ cup blueberries
½ cup raspberries or blackberries
Freshly ground black pepper or finely shredded orange peel (optional)
Preparation:
- Stir together balsamic vinegar and brown sugar in a small bowl. Add berries; gently toss until evenly coated. Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes. Drain.
- Cover and refrigerate mixture for 15 to 30 minutes or until chilled.
- To serve, divide berries into 2 dessert dishes. If desired, sprinkle with pepper or orange peel.
Per Serving (about ¾ cup):
calories: 90; 5 calories from fat
total fat: 0 g; 0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat
cholesterol: 0 mg
sodium: 10 mg
total carbohydrates: 21 g
fiber: 3
sugars: 14 g
protein: 1 g
vitamins: vitamin A (2% DV), vitamin C (50% DV)
minerals: calcium (2% DV), iron (4% DV)
exchanges: 1.5 fruit