Easy Microwave Rhubarb Sauce
Transform fresh rhubarb into a tangy-sweet delight with this *Easy Microwave Rhubarb Sauce*, perfect for busy home cooks craving a quick dessert topping. With just five minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples—like granulated sugar, lemon juice, and a touch of optional vanilla—this versatile sauce comes together in under 10 minutes using your microwave. The tender rhubarb breaks down into a luscious, jam-like consistency, making it an ideal topping for ice cream, pancakes, yogurt, or oatmeal. Whether enjoyed warm or chilled, this fuss-free recipe offers a foolproof way to savor rhubarb's naturally tart flavor. Plus, it stores beautifully for up to a week, so you can keep it on hand for whenever inspiration strikes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh rhubarb
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Wash the fresh rhubarb thoroughly and trim the ends. Chop the rhubarb stalks into small, evenly-sized pieces, about 1/2 inch long.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped rhubarb, granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice.
Stir the mixture to ensure the sugar dissolves slightly and the rhubarb is evenly coated.
Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap. If using plastic wrap, poke a few small holes to allow steam to escape.
Microwave the mixture on high for 4 minutes. Carefully remove the bowl and stir the contents.
Return the bowl to the microwave and cook for another 4-6 minutes on high. Stop and stir halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Once the rhubarb has softened and broken down into a sauce-like consistency, carefully remove the bowl from the microwave.
Stir in the vanilla extract, if using, and let the sauce cool slightly before serving. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
Serve warm or cold as a topping for ice cream, pancakes, yogurt, or even oatmeal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.4 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 103.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 881 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
