{"id":62542,"date":"2024-08-11T11:19:53","date_gmt":"2024-08-11T11:19:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=62542"},"modified":"2024-08-11T11:19:53","modified_gmt":"2024-08-11T11:19:53","slug":"strawberry-rhubarb-jam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/","title":{"rendered":"Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Recipe: The Best Low-Sugar Jam for Your Snacks"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#What_Is_Strawberry_Rhubarb_Jam_Made_with\" >What Is Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Made with?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Rhubarb\" >Rhubarb<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Strawberries\" >Strawberries<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Types_of_Berries_to_Use_in_Your_Jam\" >Types of Berries to Use in Your Jam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Pectin\" >Pectin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Butter\" >Butter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Lemon_juice\" >Lemon juice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Sugar\" >Sugar<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Strawberry_Rhubarb_Jam_Easy_Recipe\" >Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Easy Recipe<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Ingredients\" >Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Instructions\" >Instructions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Why_Combine_Strawberries_and_Rhubarb\" >Why Combine Strawberries and Rhubarb?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#How_Many_Calories_Are_in_Strawberry_Rhubarb_Jam\" >How Many Calories Are in Strawberry Rhubarb Jam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Is_Eating_Strawberry_Rhubarb_Jam_Healthy\" >Is Eating Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Healthy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#What_Is_the_Healthiest_Way_to_Eat_Rhubarb\" >What Is the Healthiest Way to Eat Rhubarb?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#How_Many_Calories_in_a_Tablespoon_of_Rhubarb_Jam\" >How Many Calories in a Tablespoon of Rhubarb Jam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Why_cant_you_eat_too_much_rhubarb\" >Why can&#8217;t you eat too much rhubarb?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Does_rhubarb_have_a_lot_of_pectin\" >Does rhubarb have a lot of pectin?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#Is_jam_empty_calories\" >Is jam empty calories?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you haven\u2019t tasted the balanced tart and sweetness of the strawberry rhubarb jam, then you haven\u2019t explored. This recipe is one of my favorites and goes well with toast or <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/are-pancakes-healthy\/\">pancakes<\/a> for breakfast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=strawberry_rhubarb_jam\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although some people believe rhubarb to be a fruit, it is a vegetable with a tart flavor. Strawberries, on the other hand, taste sweet and juicy and are a little tangy. When combined, they produce a jam that is neither too tart nor too sweet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Strawberry_Rhubarb_Jam_Made_with\"><\/span><b>What Is Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Made with?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strawberry rhubarb jam is made with strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, pectin, lemon juice, and butter (optional) as the main ingredients. With these ingredients at hand, you can make your homemade strawberry rhubarb jam with ease.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before I take you deeper, let&#8217;s first check on the ingredients and what they mean for your health and well-being. What nutrients do they hold, and are they healthy?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rhubarb\"><\/span><b>Rhubarb<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhubarb is a nutritious and medicinal herb that is used traditionally in Chinese medicine for anti-inflammatory and antibacterial functions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7448319\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It\u2019s a rich source of vitamins A, C, and K, among other nutrients. This makes rhubarb great for skin health, bone health, and heart health. In addition, it\u2019s a good source of fiber and antioxidants, making it potentially great for helping with digestion and reducing inflammation (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/health-benefits-rhubarb\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strawberries\"><\/span><b>Strawberries<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strawberries are rich in minerals, vitamins, and non-nutritive bioactive compounds. Therefore, including strawberries in a healthy <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/balanced-diet\/\">balanced diet<\/a> may help prevent inflammation and reduce the risk of heart disease. The antioxidants in strawberries may also help protect against cancer (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/27172913\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are different uses for strawberries, and you may also want to eat them whole or use them in your recipes. In addition, adding strawberries to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/drinking-water-before-bed-for-weight-loss\/\">drinking water<\/a> is one of the healthy ways to flavor water.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Berries_to_Use_in_Your_Jam\"><\/span><b><i>Types of Berries to Use in Your Jam<\/i><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are different varieties of strawberries from all over the world that you can use in your jam. Common varieties include Chandler, Jewel, Allstar, Earliglow, Cabot, and Seascape. If you want to make the best strawberry rhubarb jam recipe, you need to get the best variety based on what\u2019s available in your region.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pectin\"><\/span><b>Pectin<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a major ingredient in this recipe, pectin is a polysaccharide (soluble fiber) that is derived from fruits such as apples, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-plums-for-weight-loss\/\">plums<\/a>, pears, guavas, oranges, or citrus. These fruits naturally have a high pectin content. When they\u2019re heated in the presence of other liquids, pectin expands and forms a gel-like substance that makes it useful in jams (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/24864109\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some research findings have suggested that like other soluble fibers, pectin may be helpful for lowering<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/heart-disease\/ldl-cholesterol-the-bad-cholesterol\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LDL cholesterol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins-and-supplements\/pectin-uses-and-risks\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Different studies have also found pectin to be useful in promoting gut microbial diversity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30280147\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In addition, pectin has been found to be effective in increasing satiety in rats and decreasing calorie intake, which may help with weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4880334\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=strawberry_rhubarb_jam\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/9-1.png\" alt=\"strawberry rhubarb jam\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Butter\"><\/span><b>Butter<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is an optional ingredient you can use in your jam. Some people will find melted butter delicious and it also helps keep the jam from being too foamy. It\u2019s also worth noting that butter will solidify the jam when it\u2019s completely cool and give it a rich mouthfeel.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthwise, butter is high in calories and saturated fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/173410\/nutrients\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This means that you should consume it in limited quantities. So if you want to use it in your jam, you should use it in small quantities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lemon_juice\"><\/span><b>Lemon juice<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a major ingredient in this recipe, lemon juice has several health benefits. It\u2019s rich in vitamin C, which is a great antioxidant and is useful for preventing damage to cells that could otherwise be caused by oxidative stress (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/health-benefits-lemon\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It also helps with the formation of collagen, a structural protein that supports your skin and other tissues.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar\"><\/span><b>Sugar<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sugar is also important as it works to provide the body with energy. It\u2019s important to understand that pectin doesn\u2019t always work alone &#8211; it needs sugar and other substances such as calcium and acid. The amount of sugar you need in your jam will depend on the amount of sugar you desire to consume and the level of sweetness you prefer in your jam.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Yanking yourself back in shape has never been so easy with our game-changing fitness app! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=strawberry_rhubarb_jam\">Start transforming your life with BetterMe<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strawberry_Rhubarb_Jam_Easy_Recipe\"><\/span><b>Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Easy Recipe<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for the best strawberry rhubarb jam recipe, then this is the best and easiest one you can make at home. In our recipe, which is adapted from<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allrecipes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we will use pectin, although some recipes omit it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the ingredients and instructions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Servings: 96<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prep time: 30 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cook time: 15 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional time: 12hrs<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yield: 6 jars<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients\"><\/span><b>Ingredients<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups of diced fresh rhubarb<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 cups of sliced fresh strawberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1 tablespoon of lemon juice<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00ad\u00ad\u00ad\u00adA 1.75-ounce packet of fruit pectin<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 cups of white sugar<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Instructions\"><\/span><b>Instructions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put the diced rhubarb, sliced strawberries, lemon juice, and fruit pectin powder in a large pan and bring them to a boil over medium heat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add sugar gently while stirring \u2013 half a cup at a time. Continue stirring while you add sugar until it dissolves properly and you start to see juice forming.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase the heat to medium-high, then continue heating until it boils. Next, stir for about a minute while cooking. Remove any foam that forms and you\u2019re almost done.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sterilize your jars and lids in hot water for approximately five minutes, then pack your jam into the jars while it\u2019s still hot. You can use a soup ladle to pack your jam in your sterilized jars. You don\u2019t need to fill them to the brim.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now remove any air bubbles that are inside the jars and any food residue on the rims using a moist paper towel.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cover the jars with the lids and screw the rings to seal them tightly.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When all the jars are filled, boil some water in a large stockpot and put the jars inside \u2013 the water should cover jars by at least 1 inch. Cover and leave for approximately 5 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remove all the jars and leave them to rest for 12 to 24 hours. Press the center of each lid to ensure they\u2019re all tightly sealed.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NB: This jam contains 56 calories per 20g serving (According to<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionix.com\/\"> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nutritionix<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make low-sugar strawberry rhubarb jam, you can<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7ucW6sv-WQ0\"> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reduce the amount of sugar<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you use by approximately 50%.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-diets\/\"><i>Strawberry Diets: Fad or Sustainable Weight Loss Method?<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Combine_Strawberries_and_Rhubarb\"><\/span><b>Why Combine Strawberries and Rhubarb?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strawberries and rhubarb are a perfect combination and you can mix them together if you want a jam that isn\u2019t too tart or too sweet. As previously mentioned, strawberries are juicy and sweet with some tanginess. On the other hand, rhubarb has an incredibly tart flavor. So, when you combine the flavors, you get a perfect jam that is rich in nutrients.<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=strawberry_rhubarb_jam\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/101.png\" alt=\"strawberry rhubarb jam\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Calories_Are_in_Strawberry_Rhubarb_Jam\"><\/span><b>How Many Calories Are in Strawberry Rhubarb Jam?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strawberry rhubarb jam contains approximately 56 calories per 20g serving. This is according to Nutritionix findings as mentioned in the above recipe. When it comes to calorie requirements per day, this should fit into most people\u2019s diets without a problem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regarding calories, it\u2019s important to note that adult women need approximately 2,000 calories daily for weight maintenance or around 1,500 calories if they want to lose about 1 pound weekly. At the same time, adult men need to consume around 2,500 calories daily for them to maintain their weight. To lose 1 pound weekly, they need to consume about 500 fewer calories per day (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK499909\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). However, these are generalizations and individual requirements will vary based on individual factors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Eating_Strawberry_Rhubarb_Jam_Healthy\"><\/span><b>Is Eating Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Healthy?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating strawberry rhubarb jam can be part of a healthy diet. This jam is low in calories (56 calories per 20g serving) and can easily fit into most people\u2019s calorie requirements without a problem. In addition, strawberries, lemon juice, and rhubarb contain a lot of beneficial nutrients, plant compounds, and vitamins that are healthy and beneficial to the body in numerous ways.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_the_Healthiest_Way_to_Eat_Rhubarb\"><\/span><b>What Is the Healthiest Way to Eat Rhubarb?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The healthiest way to eat rhubarb is to cook it with plenty of sugar or with no sugar. As previously mentioned, the flavor of rhubarb is quite tart and it may be difficult to eat raw. It is believed that when rhubarb is cooked, it becomes a great source of vital nutrients such as fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K1, calcium, and a lot of antioxidants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it\u2019s used in jam and jellies, it\u2019s often cooked with sugar and other ingredients as in the above recipe. This makes rhubarb sweet and nutritious while also being beneficial for the body&#8217;s health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to cinch your waist, tone up your bat wings, blast away the muffin top \u2013 our fitness app was created to cater to all your needs! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=strawberry_rhubarb_jam\">BetterMe won\u2019t give excess weight a chance!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Calories_in_a_Tablespoon_of_Rhubarb_Jam\"><\/span><b>How Many Calories in a Tablespoon of Rhubarb Jam?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are approximately 56 calories in a tablespoon of rhubarb jam. However, this could be slightly more or less, depending on the amount of other ingredients such as sugar. When more sugar is used, the calorie level may become higher than this approximate value.<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=strawberry_rhubarb_jam\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/16.png\" alt=\"strawberry rhubarb jam\" \/><\/a>f<span data-sheets-root=\"1\">Drinking Water<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_cant_you_eat_too_much_rhubarb\"><\/span><strong>Why can&#8217;t you eat too much rhubarb?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhubarb on its own is acidic and has an extremely tart flavor, so you can\u2019t eat too much of it. It also contains high amounts of oxalic acid content, although more so in the leaves than the stalks. Eating too much may cause health problems such as kidney stones in some people (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/rhubarb-leaves#bottom-line\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_rhubarb_have_a_lot_of_pectin\"><\/span><strong>Does rhubarb have a lot of pectin?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhubarb naturally has low pectin content. The pectin levels in this vegetable aren\u2019t enough to leave out the commercial pectin unless you want to make a jam without it \u2013 just with sugar and other ingredients. This is likely to result in a thinner texture.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_jam_empty_calories\"><\/span><strong>Is jam empty calories?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So-called \u201cempty-calorie\u201d foods generally have little or no nutritional value, while being high in added sugar, sodium, or unhealthy fats. In jams, there are some beneficial nutrients from the fruit, but the calories from the sugar outweigh those of other ingredients. While not exactly being \u201cempty\u201d, jams are high in added sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=2228&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=strawberry_rhubarb_jam\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to make a great-tasting strawberry rhubarb jam recipe, then you have it all in this recipe guide that also provides information about the associated health benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This recipe will help you make the best jam that you can spread on your toast at breakfast time and it\u2019s easy to make.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you haven\u2019t tasted the balanced tart and sweetness of the strawberry rhubarb jam, then you haven\u2019t explored. 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It\u2019s healthy and easy to make at home.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"BetterMe Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/betterme.health.coaching\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2372569691-scaled.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"2560\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1707\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Shadrack Korir, Kristen Fleming, RD\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@betterme\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Shadrack Korir, Kristen Fleming, RD\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"8 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"Article\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#article\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/\"},\"author\":{\"name\":\"Shadrack Korir\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/65e185175d36f39ad584ec1c5b8eaf98\"},\"headline\":\"Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Recipe: The Best Low-Sugar Jam for Your Snacks\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/\"},\"wordCount\":1657,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/strawberry-rhubarb-jam\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/shutterstock_2372569691-scaled.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Nutrition\",\"Recipes\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">If you haven\u2019t tasted the balanced tart and sweetness of the strawberry rhubarb jam, then you haven\u2019t explored. 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This recipe is one of my favorites and goes well with toast or <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/are-pancakes-healthy\/\">pancakes<\/a> for breakfast.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although some people believe rhubarb to be a fruit, it is a vegetable with a tart flavor. Strawberries, on the other hand, taste sweet and juicy and are a little tangy. When combined, they produce a jam that is neither too tart nor too sweet.<\/span>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What Is Strawberry Rhubarb Jam Made with?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strawberry rhubarb jam is made with strawberries, rhubarb, sugar, pectin, lemon juice, and butter (optional) as the main ingredients. With these ingredients at hand, you can make your homemade strawberry rhubarb jam with ease.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before I take you deeper, let's first check on the ingredients and what they mean for your health and well-being. What nutrients do they hold, and are they healthy?<\/span>\r\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Rhubarb<\/b><\/h3>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rhubarb is a nutritious and medicinal herb that is used traditionally in Chinese medicine for anti-inflammatory and antibacterial functions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7448319\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It\u2019s a rich source of vitamins A, C, and K, among other nutrients. This makes rhubarb great for skin health, bone health, and heart health. 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