Unsweetened Applesauce with Veggies Recipe
This unsweetened applesauce with veggies is a wholesome, naturally sweetened sauce combining the flavors of apples, carrots, and beets. It’s a nutritious and versatile recipe that makes a delicious snack or side dish, blending the earthiness of root vegetables with the sweetness of fruit, enhanced by warming cinnamon. Perfect for those seeking a healthy, low-sugar alternative to traditional applesauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: About 4 cups 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Fruits and Vegetables
- 6 to 8 apples (local variety, Pink Lady or Honeycrisp recommended), cored and quartered
- 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 medium beets, peeled and chopped
Spices and Liquids
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Produce: Core and roughly chop the apples into quarters, leaving the skin on for added fiber or peeling if preferred. Wash and peel the carrots, slicing them into 2- to 3-inch pieces. Wash, peel, and chop the beets into rough quarters. For a sweeter result, increase the apples to 8 and reduce the beets by one.
- Cook the Ingredients: Place a large pot on the stovetop over high heat. Add the apples, carrots, beets, cinnamon, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 to 35 minutes until the fruit and vegetables are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Blend the Mixture: Remove the pot from heat. Use an immersion blender directly in the pot to puree the contents until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the mixture in batches to a regular blender and blend each batch for about 1 minute until smooth.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the applesauce warm or cold. Add extra cinnamon to taste if desired.
Notes
- Peeling the apples is optional but leaving the skin provides extra fiber.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the number of apples and beets; more apples make it sweeter.
- This recipe can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Use an immersion blender for easier cleanup, but a regular blender works well too.
- This applesauce is naturally low in sugar with no added sweeteners.
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