Rooibos Honey Poached Pears Recipe

Rooibos Honey-Poached Pears Recipe

These naturally sweet poached pears are the ultimate healthy dessert. Rooibos tea is a popular South African beverage that is naturally caffeine-free. Rooibos contains high levels of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds which make it beneficial for supporting cardiovascular health.

Rooibos Honey-Poached Pears Recipe

By: Lisa Guy

Satiate your sweet tooth with these indulgent rooibos and honey poached pears that offer a naturally delicious dessert.


Servings

2

Prep time

Cook time

Recipe

DF, GF, V


Ingredients

  • 2 large pears, peeled
  • 3 tbsp raw honey
  • 2 rooibos tea bags
  • 1 stick cinnamon
  • Coconut yoghurt
  • Crumbled walnuts

Method


  • Fill a saucepan with enough water to cover the pears (standing upright). Bring to the boil, then lower the heat to a simmer and add the honey, rooibos and cinnamon.
  • Cut the bottoms off the pears so they sit properly. Place pears in the pot and simmer for around 20 mins.
  • Serve the pears with coconut yoghurt and walnuts with some of the pear syrup.

  

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Lisa Guy

Lisa Guy

Lisa Guy is a respected Sydney-based naturopath, author and passionate foodie with 16 years of clinical experience. She runs a naturopathic clinic in Rose Bay called Art of Healing and is the founder of Bodhi Organic Tea.

Lisa is a great believer that good wholesome food is one of the greatest pleasures in life and the foundation of good health. Lisa encourages her clients to get back to eating what nature intended: good, clean, wholesome food that’s nutrient-rich and free from high levels of sugars, harmful fats, artificial additives and pesticides. Her aim is to change the way people eat, cook and think about food.

Lisa is an avid health writer, being a regular contributor to The Sunday Telegraph's Body and Soul, and leading magazines including WellBeing. Lisa is an author of five books to date, including My Goodness: all you need to know about children’s health and nutrition , Pregnancy Essentials, Heal Yourself, Listen to your Body and Healthy Skin Diet .

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