Around this time of the year, rhubarb is quite popular and easily utilized in many dishes. Although it may taste like a fruit, it is considered a vegetable with wonderful nutritional properties. I am sharing with you a recipe i made a few years on my blog and decided today was the day to recreate this yummy treat. It has been on my mind to make this simple and elegant dish.

 

I LOVE when rhubarb is in season! How about you, have you explored using rhubarb in your dishes?

 

Did you know, that rhubarb dates all the way back to the 2700 BC where it was grown and used in China for medicinal purposes? And it came into America in the 1700’s from all the way from Maine to Massachusetts. Rhubarb does have many beneficial properties for your mind, body and soul for overall well being. Rhubarb is so versatile, nutritious and so tasty. Below are the numerous benefits of this simple super food item.

 

 

HEALTH BENEFITS OF RHUBARB

Aids in weight loss

Stimulates bone growth and repair

Helps prevent Alzheimer’s

Stimulates production of red blood cells

Reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease

Strengthens your digestive system

Relieves constipation

Improves liver health

Improves sugar levels in your system

High in vitamin C, K, fiber and calcium

Antiinflammatory

Improves peristaltic movements

 

 

 

NOW let’s scroll down to the recipe…….

 

 

 

 

SERVES: about 6

 

 

 

INGREDIENTS:

4 cups rhubarb, cleaned and chopped evenly

2 cups blueberries

1 cup raspberries

1/3 cup coconut flour

1 juice of a lemon

1 zest of a lemon

2 tbsp maple syrup

dash, sea salt

CRUMBLE:

1/2 cup unsalted butter, or 1/3 coconut oil

1/3 cup brown sugar, or coconut sugar

1/2 cup coconut flour

2 cups rolled oats

1 tbsp cinnamon, ground

sea salt, pinch

 

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Ina large bowl, tossing gently the fruit with the sugar, lemon juice, zest, sea salt and flour.

In a separate bowl, combine butter, sugar, flour and the cinnamon; mix well with a fork. Add in the oats; mix to combine.

In a lightly greased baking dish, 9x 13, pour fruit mixture into the pan evenly. Add the crumble right on top with even distribution.

Allow to bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until bubbly and golden brown. You may serve chilled or warm.

 

 

 

 

NUTRITIONAL CONTENT: calories 300; total fat 17g; cholesterol 41mg; sodium 158mg; potassium 432mg; total carbohydrates 40g; dietary fiber 7.3g; protein 5.4g; vitamin A 11%; vitamin C 43%; calcium 10% and iron 13%.

 

 

 

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