Green Tomato Jam
Transform your late-season harvest into a luscious, tangy-sweet delight with this Green Tomato Jam recipe! Packed with ripe green tomatoes, a burst of citrusy lemon juice and zest, and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, this jam offers a unique and irresistible balance of flavors. The slow cooking process transforms the unexpected main ingredient into a rich, spreadable treat perfect for slathering on toast, pairing with goat cheese, or adding a creative twist to your charcuterie board. With just 15 minutes of prep and a little simmering magic, you’ll have a versatile homemade preserve that stays fresh for months. Whether you're looking to use up extra garden produce or try something new, this green tomato jam earns a spot as your next pantry favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds green tomatoes
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Wash and core the green tomatoes. Chop them into small, even-sized pieces and place them in a large saucepan.
Add the granulated sugar to the saucepan and stir to coat the tomatoes evenly. Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes until the tomatoes release some of their juices.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and add the lemon juice, lemon zest, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt. Stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Simmer for 60-90 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and reaches a jam-like consistency. Use a potato masher or the back of a spoon to break down any large tomato pieces as the mixture cooks.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Allow the jam to cool slightly, then carefully transfer it into sterilized jars. Seal the jars and let them cool completely at room temperature.
Store the jam in the refrigerator for up to 3 months or process the jars in a water bath canner for longer shelf life (follow proper canning guidelines).
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1805 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 711 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 465.7 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 442.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2122 mg | 45% | |
*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.
