Pear and Ginger Compote
Pear and ginger compote is a warm, spiced fruit dish made by simmering fresh pears with ginger, sugar, and often a splash of water or citrus juice until soft and syrupy. It's a simple, comforting dessert or accompaniment popular in Western cuisines, particularly in British and North American cooking, where it's often served with yogurt, ice cream, or toast.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily high in carbohydrates from the natural sugars in pears and any added sweetener, with minimal fat and protein. It provides a good source of dietary fiber and key nutrients like potassium and vitamin C from the fruit and ginger.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 35 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin K | 8 mcg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, compotes like this have been a traditional way to preserve seasonal fruit for centuries. Nutritionally, the ginger adds not only flavor but also bioactive compounds like gingerol, which is known for its anti-inflammatory properties.
