Mango Chia Jam
Ready for a taste of the tropics that's naturally sweet and packed with nutrition? 🥭✨
This week's recipe is a refreshing Mango Chia Jam made with ripe mangoes, fresh lime juice, and fiber-rich chia seeds. Naturally sweetened with a touch of honey, this quick homemade jam comes together in just minutes and is perfect for spreading on toast, swirling into yogurt, topping oatmeal, or adding a burst of tropical flavor to your favorite snacks.
Let’s dig in!
Total time: 15 Minutes | Prep Time: 5 Minutes | Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Servings: 1 Jar (16 Tablepoons)
Ingredients
2 cups ripe mango, diced (fresh or frozen)
2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
Juice of ½ lime
2 tbsp chia seeds
Instructions:
Combine: Add diced mango, honey, and lime juice to a small saucepan over medium heat.
Simmer: Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mango softens.
Mash: Mash the mango with a fork or potato masher, leaving it as chunky or smooth as you like.
Stir: Remove from heat and stir in the chia seeds. Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes while the chia seeds naturally thicken the jam.
Cool & Store: Transfer to a clean jar and refrigerate. The jam will continue to thicken as it cools.
30 Kcal | 0.5 g Protein | 1 g Fat | 6 g Carbs (5 g net carbs) | 1 g Fiber
Tatum’s Recipe Hacks:
✨ Use this tropical jam beyond breakfast! It makes a delicious topping for Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, overnight oats, pancakes, waffles, or chia pudding. It also pairs surprisingly well with grilled salmon, shrimp, or chicken for a sweet and tangy twist.
🥭 Mangoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, providing about 70% of your daily needs in just one cup. Vitamin C supports immune health, helps your body produce collagen for healthy skin, and improves the absorption of iron from plant foods.
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