Beet and Apple Jelly (Vegan)

Submitted by InnerHarmonyNutriti

"I tend to reduce the amount of sugar to the bare minimum, which many people find “not sweet enough,” so please increase the amount to your liking. For more healthy gluten-free, pesco-vegetarian recipes, please visit my blog, www.InnerHarmonyNutrition.com."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 20mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 5

ingredients

• 12 ounces beets
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 tablespoons coconut sugar crystals
• 300 ml water
• 2 teaspoons agar-agar, powder
• 1 apple, diced (small)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt (for apple soaking water)

directions

1. Steam whole beets until soft (about 45 minutes). (I pressure-cooked for 25 minutes.).
2. Soak apple pieces in salted water for 5 minutes to prevent oxidation.
3. When the beets are no longer hot, peel and cut into chunks.
4. Place cooked beets and water in a blender and blend until smooth.
5. Transfer the liquid to a sauce pan and add lemon juice and sugar.
6. Bring to a boil, add agar-agar powder and let it boil for a couple of minutes, stirring constantly.
7. Transfer the liquid to individual ramekins or glass containers. Place diced apple pieces on top and push them down.
8. Refrigerate for a few hours or overnight.
9. Infuse love and serve!