Pane e Marmellata

Pane e Marmellata is a delightful Italian breakfast featuring crusty bread paired with sweet, homemade fruit jam. This vegan dish is perfect for a cozy morning, offering a balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat bread - 4 slices
• Fresh fruit (such as strawberries or apricots) - 200 grams
• Maple syrup - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Chia seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - a pinch
• Vegan butter (optional) - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a small pot, combine the fresh fruit, maple syrup, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the fruit breaks down and the mixture thickens.
2. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the chia seeds. Allow the mixture to cool for about 10 minutes to thicken further.
3. While the jam cools, toast the slices of whole wheat bread until golden brown.
4. Spread a thin layer of vegan butter on the toasted bread if desired.
5. Top each slice of toast with a generous spoonful of the homemade fruit jam.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Pane e Marmellata!

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 37 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber from whole wheat bread and chia seeds, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from fresh fruit, which can help reduce inflammation.

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