Apple, Strawberry, and Mint Jam - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 7

Lunch

This Apple, Strawberry, and Mint Jam is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Woman's Day Kitchen The addition of fresh mint to this jam gives it a touch of cool, fresh flavor.

Ingredients

2 lb. fresh strawberries
2 tsp. lemon zest
2 tbsp. lemon juice
2 Granny Smith apples
1/4 c. fresh mint
2 c. superfine sugar
3 tbsp. Ball RealFruit instant pectin (see Note)

Instructions

In a bowl, toss together the strawberries, lemon zest and juice, and 1/4 cup sugar. Fold in the apples and mint and let sit for 15 minutes.
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 3/4 cups sugar and pectin. Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the fruit, then fold and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Using a potato masher, lightly crush the fruit mixture for 1 minute.
Transfer to 8-ounce freezer-safe jars (about 3/4 cup per jar), leaving a 1/2-inch space at the top of each jar.
Refrigerate for at least 3 days before serving or freeze for up to 1 year. If frozen, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before serving (once open, consume within 1 week).

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Apples.

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Apples will improve your body's sensitivity to insulin (Reference: http://care.diabetesjournals.org/content/27/1/281.full)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Apple, Strawberry, and Mint Jam good for PCOS?

Yes, this Apple, Strawberry, and Mint Jam recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Lunch with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 7 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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