Orange and Kiwi Compote with Toasted AlmondsCarrie Lloyd
Oranges and kiwis are among the fruits highest in calcium; almonds are the nuts with the most. This is a light and refreshing finish to any meal.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 6 servings
Ingredients
3/4 cup water
1/3 cup sugar
2 whole cardamom pods, crushed
2 whole allspice
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large oranges, peel and white pith removed, cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices
3 kiwis, peeled, cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
Preparation
Step 1
Stir first 5 ingredients in small saucepan over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; simmer until liquid is syrupy and slightly reduced, about 8 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla.
Step 2
Arrange orange and kiwi slices in shallow bowl. Pour hot syrup and spices over fruit. Chill at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours. Sprinkle almonds over; serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
Per serving: calories
115; total fat
2 g; saturated fat
0.5 g; cholesterol
0
#### Nutritional analysis provided by Self
