Prune & Apple Compote
Prune & Apple Compote is a simple, comforting fruit dish made by gently simmering chopped apples and prunes (dried plums) in a small amount of liquid, often with warm spices. It's a traditional preparation found in many European and North American cuisines, often served as a breakfast side, a healthy dessert, or a sauce for meats.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is naturally high in carbohydrates, primarily from fruit sugars and dietary fiber, with negligible fat and very little protein. It is an excellent source of potassium, vitamin K, and antioxidants, with a typical serving containing around 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 44 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 34 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin K | 20 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Copper | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a classic 'use-what-you-have' pantry dish, prized for its long shelf life when canned. Nutritionally, the combination of prunes and apples creates a potent source of soluble fiber, which is well-known for supporting digestive health.
