Diabetic Recipes

Watermelon and Berry Compote

(makes 6 servings)

6	cups (960 g) diced watermelon, seeds discarded

2	cup (288 g) fresh blackberries, boysenberries, or raspberries

grated zest of 1 lemon

chopped fresh mint for garnish

In a large bowl, gently combine watermelon and berries.
Divide between 6 dessert dishes or stemmed goblets. Sprinkle each serving with some of the lemon zest and chopped mint.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Per serving:	74 calories (0% calories from fat), 2 g protein, 0 total fat (0 saturated fat), 18 g carbohydrates, 4 g dietary fiber, 0 cholesterol, 4 mg sodium
Diabetic exchanges:	1 carbohydrate (fruit)

Diabetes is a serious disease requiring professional medical attention. The information and recipes on this site, although as accurate and timely as feasibly possible, should not be considered as medical advice, nor as a substitute for the same. All recipes and menus are provided with the implied understanding that directions for exchange sizes will be strictly adhered to, and that blood glucose levels can be affected by not following individualized dietary guidelines as directed by your physician and/or health-care-team.