Picnic Apricot Chutney

Elevate your outdoor dining spread with this irresistible Picnic Apricot Chutney, a vibrant medley of sweet, tangy, and spiced flavors that’s perfect for pairing with cheese boards, crusty bread, or grilled meats. Crafted from plump dried apricots, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a fragrant blend of warm spices like cinnamon and cumin, this homemade chutney is simmered to jammy perfection in just 35 minutes. Finely diced red onion and fresh ginger add a subtle kick, while yellow mustard seeds and a touch of chili flakes lend a gentle complexity. Easy to prepare ahead of time and versatile enough to complement savory or sweet dishes, this chutney is a must-have for picnics, gatherings, and beyond. A delightful balance of textures and flavors, it’s an easy way to impress your guests while capturing the essence of homemade goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams Dried apricots
• 120 ml Apple cider vinegar
• 1 medium Red onion
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
• 100 grams Brown sugar
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Yellow mustard seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 250 ml Water

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the dried apricots into small pieces and set them aside.

Step 2

Peel and finely dice the red onion.

Step 3

Grate the fresh ginger and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, and brown sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.

Step 5

Add the chopped apricots, diced onion, grated ginger, minced garlic, mustard seeds, ground cinnamon, ground cumin, chili flakes, and salt to the saucepan.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 7

Cook the chutney uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apricots are soft and the mixture has thickened to a jam-like consistency.

Step 8

Taste the chutney and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a pinch more salt or a small dash of vinegar for extra tang if desired.

Step 9

Remove the chutney from the heat and let it cool slightly before transferring it to a clean jar or container.

Step 10

Once cooled completely, store the chutney in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Step 11

Serve the chutney with cheese, bread, crackers, or as a condiment for grilled meats on your next picnic.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(624.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	493.0

Total Fat 1.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1230.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 116.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 103.4g
Protein 2.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178.6mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 513.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.6%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 95.1%