The Bounty of September
For many, Labor Day signifies the end of summer. From the cooling temperatures to back-to-school shopping, impending autumn is in the air. While summer may be waning, September harvests offer some of our favorite fresh, healthy fruits.
The final stone fruit of the season, plums, are at their peak in September. Not only are they juicy and sweet, but they are a low glycemic fruit with a glycemic index of 24 with a glycemic load of just 2. According to Healthline, there are many benefits to this delicious fruit, including being rich in antioxidants and even including properties that may help with blood sugar control. If you’re looking for something fun to do with your plums this year, try substituting plums for the blueberries in this llinea™ monk fruit Galette recipe!
Apples may be available year-round, but September is when you’ll find the sweetest, tartest, most delicious local varietals. Whether you’re a fan of Honeycrisp, Pink Lady or Grannysmith, they all score around a 39 on the glycemic index with a glycemic load of 5. One apple with the skin on provides both healthy prebiotics and 20% of your daily fiber. There’s very little you need to add to apples to bring out the natural sweetness. A touch of cinnamon, nutmeg or clove is all you need to deliver the fully rounded flavor of fall. Try this Keto Apple Crisp recipe, simply replace the granulated sweetener with 1t llinea™ monk fruit!
Another high-fiber favorite comes into season come September- pears! This fleshy fruit comes in at 38 on the glycemic index with a glycemic load of 4. Pears are a delicious addition to your parfait, oatmeal or salad. They are also packed with Vitamin C and other antioxidants which are an important part of a healthy diet! Toss some diced pears into your oatmeal, yogurt or even a salad for a perfect sweet addition!
llinea™monk fruit is the perfect substitute for sugar, syrup or honey in your favorite fruit-based recipes. If you’re looking for some inspiration, check out our recipe page. If you have a recipe you love featuring llinea™ monk fruit, share it with us for a chance to be featured on our website!