Strawberry-Mango Margarita Compote

From EatingWell: June/July 2005, EatingWell for a Healthy Heart Cookbook — Subscribe Now!

Mangoes and strawberries make a magical marriage. Splashes of tequila, Triple Sec and lime add a subtle kick to the mix. For a nonalcoholic or kid-friendly version, substitute fresh orange juice for the tequila and Triple Sec.

READER'S COMMENT:

"Yummy! I made it for a taco night with the girl friends. Used Grand Marnier instead of triple sec. So fresh and delicious. I think next time I might serve it with the Lemon Cream recipe (with lime instead of lemon zest). "

Strawberry-Mango Margarita Compote Recipe

4 servings

Active Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition Profile

Ingredients

2 cups halved or quartered hulled strawberries
2 cups diced mango, (2 small or 1 large)
2 tablespoons sugar, or to taste, plus more for dipping
1 teaspoon freshly grated lime zest
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons tequila
1 1/2 tablespoons Triple Sec, or other orange liqueur

Preparation

Place strawberries, mango, sugar, lime zest, lime juice, tequila and liqueur in a large bowl; toss gently to combine. Let stand for 20 minutes for the flavors to meld. If desired, serve in margarita glasses: rub the rims with additional lime juice and dip in sugar, then spoon in compote.

Tips & Notes

Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 hours.

Nutrition

Per serving: 134 calories; 0 g fat (0 g sat, 0 g mono); 0 mg cholesterol; 28 g carbohydrates; 1 g protein; 3 g fiber; 3 mg sodium; 231 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (110% daily value).

2 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1 other carbohydrate