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Quick Strawberry and Apple Preserve- Healthy Kid Friendly Recipe

I love making fuss free healthy recipes for my little one. Strawberries have literally become synonymous to preserves and jams. With only a few ingredients, you can whip up homemade strawberry preserves in no time and it’ll keep so well in the fridge for weeks to come!

This delightful homemade preserve is one of my son’s favourite and it is super easy to make. He enjoys it with almost anything – pancake, on a toast, parantha. It takes only 5 ingredients and tastes so much better than the store bought ones which are laden with sugar, artificial colours and preservatives.

This preserve is made in smaller batch without the use of pectin. But this recipe can be doubled or tripled to make a larger batch of preserve. If you want the preserves to last longer than three weeks in the refrigerator, you’ll need to process the jars in a hot water canning bath.

Do make this strawberry preserve when berries are in season and I am sure you will love it.
It tastes delicious. It’s healthy and its is ready in flat 20 minutes. 

This preserve does not contain any processed sugar. It is not sickly sweet. This is something your child and your family can enjoy guilt free. I have added chia seeds to it for more nutrition and also it improves the texture of the preserve.

Ingredients

Prep time: 5 minsServing: makes 2 ounces
Cook time: 15 mins
  • 100 gms Strawberries
  • 1/2 cup Apple
  • 30 gms jaggery powder or unprocessed coconut sugar
  • 1.5 tbsps Chia seeds
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract (optional but recommended)
  • 1/4th cup Water

Method

  1. Chop strawberries and apple finely. Add them in a pan. Keep the flame low. Cook for a minute. Now add coconut sugar or jaggery powder. 
  2. Stir till sugar melts. It should take a minute or two.
  3. Now add water. Cook till apple becomes mushy and the preserve thickens. It will roughly take 9-10 minutes. 
  4. Once it thickens, add lemon juice, vanilla extract and chia seeds. 
  5. Cook for a minute and Voila!!! It’s done 🙂

Notes:

  • You can skip apple here and add 1/2 cup more of strawberries or other berries of your choice.
  • Do not skip lemon juice. Lemon juice is required to set the preserve. The acid in it neutralizes the PH level of the mixture. 
  • Store in an airtight glass jar. Refrigerate for longer shelf life. Use within 3-4 weeks
  • Use a dash of cinnamon for a warm touch.

Enjoy good health! 🙂

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5 Satvik Recipes for Weight Loss from Isha Yoga Centre by GunjanShouts

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Hello, health enthusiasts! Today, we’re sharing a fantastic video by GunjanShouts that features 5 simple yet tasty Satvik recipes from the Isha Yoga Centre. These recipes are not only delicious but also perfect for those who are on a weight loss journey. Let’s dive in! 🥗🍲

In the video, Gunjan tries out 5 different Satvik recipes that are made using local and seasonal ingredients. These recipes, if incorporated into your daily diet, can help cure many diseases naturally and assist in weight loss. The recipes ensure a balanced meal with the right intake of all nutrients, vitamins, and minerals.

Here’s a sneak peek into the recipes featured in the video:

  1. Bell Pepper Sabzi with Besan: A flavorful dish made with bell peppers and gram flour (besan). It’s a perfect side dish for your meals. The bell peppers are sautéed until they are soft and then mixed with the besan. The besan gives it a unique texture and flavor that complements the sweetness of the bell peppers.
  2. Cheela Recipe: A traditional Indian pancake made with gram flour. It’s light, nutritious, and perfect for breakfast or a quick snack. The batter for the cheela is made by mixing gram flour with water and spices. The batter is then spread on a hot pan and cooked until it’s golden brown.
  3. Dosa: A South Indian staple, dosas are thin, crispy pancakes made from a fermented batter. They’re served with a variety of chutneys and sambar. The batter for dosa is made by soaking rice and lentils, grinding them into a smooth paste, and then fermenting it overnight.
  4. Khichdi Recipe: A comfort food made with rice and lentils. It’s wholesome, nutritious, and easy to digest. The rice and lentils are cooked together until they are soft. Spices and vegetables are added to enhance the flavor.
  5. Healthy Food: The video also features a variety of healthy food options that are perfect for a balanced diet. These include fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins.

Gunjan also shares her personal experience and learnings through her weight loss journey. She has completed the INFS Nutrition and Fitness course to expand her knowledge on the topic.

If you’re looking for a customized diet plan, Gunjan offers a transformation program called I’MWOW. The program provides counseling, personalized diet plans, follow-along workout videos, recipes, daily positive affirmations, interesting activities, and a lot more. You can enroll in the program here.

Check out the full video here for a detailed walkthrough of the recipes. Don’t forget to subscribe to Gunjan’s channel for more health and fitness tips!

Also, if you’re a foodie like us, consider joining our Facebook community at EatLo. We share recipes, cooking tips, and everything food-related. We’d love to have you! 🍽️💕