Delicious and Healthy Rhubarb Recipes | Nutritious Rhubarb Dishes

🍓 1. Healthy Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp (Gluten-Free)

This classic combination never gets old. Swap traditional sugar and flour with almond flour and maple syrup for a better-for-you take on this comforting dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh rhubarb, chopped

• 2 cups strawberries, sliced

• 2 tbsp maple syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tbsp cornstarch

• ¾ cup almond flour

• ½ cup rolled oats

• ¼ cup coconut oil

• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Toss rhubarb, strawberries, vanilla, cornstarch, and maple syrup together in a bowl.

3. Spread in a baking dish. In a separate bowl, combine almond flour, oats, coconut oil, and honey.

4. Top the fruit with the crumble mixture.

5. Bake for 30–35 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

📌 Pin this for later: This crisp is gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and absolutely delicious.

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🍋 2. Rhubarb Chia Jam (No Sugar Needed)

Ditch the store-bought jams and make your own using chia seeds for natural thickening and honey or dates for sweetness.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chopped rhubarb

• ¼ cup water

• 2 tbsp honey or 2 Medjool dates

• 2 tbsp chia seeds

• ½ tsp lemon zest

Directions:

1. In a saucepan, cook rhubarb with water until soft (about 10 minutes).

2. Stir in sweetener and lemon zest.

3. Remove from heat and add chia seeds. Let sit until thickened.

Enjoy with toast, yogurt, oatmeal, or on rice cakes!

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• 🥗 3. Rhubarb Vinaigrette for Salads

  Looking for a refreshing and tangy salad dressing? This rhubarb vinaigrette is perfect for spring greens or a quinoa salad.

  Ingredients:

  • 1 cup chopped rhubarb

  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • 1 tbsp honey or agave

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • ⅓ cup olive oil

  • Pinch of salt

  Directions:

  1. Simmer rhubarb in ¼ cup water until soft. Let cool.

  2. Blend with vinegar, honey, mustard, salt, and olive oil until smooth.

  3. Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.

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🍰 4. Rhubarb Oat Bars (Healthy Snack or Dessert)

These chewy oat bars are great for lunchboxes or midday snacks. They’re naturally sweetened and freezer-friendly.

Ingredients:

• 1½ cups chopped rhubarb

• ½ cup maple syrup

• 2 cups rolled oats

• ¾ cup almond flour

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ¼ cup coconut oil

• 1 tsp vanilla

Directions:

1. Cook rhubarb with a bit of maple syrup until soft, mash slightly.

2. Mix oats, almond flour, cinnamon, coconut oil, and vanilla.

3. Press half of the oat mix into a lined baking dish. Add rhubarb filling. Top with remaining oat mixture.

4. Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes. Let cool before cutting.

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5. Rhubarb Lemonade (Naturally Sweetened)

Perfect for warm weather, this refreshing drink is both stunning and packed with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chopped rhubarb

• 1½ cups water

• ¼ cup honey or agave

• ½ cup fresh lemon juice

• Ice + sparkling water (optional)

Directions:

1. Simmer rhubarb in water until soft.

2. Strain and combine with honey and lemon juice.

3. Serve over ice with optional sparkling water.

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🧁 6. Vegan Rhubarb Muffins

These muffins are perfect for breakfast or snack time—and they’re vegan, dairy-free, and lightly sweetened.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond milk

• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

• 2 cups spelt or oat flour

• ½ cup coconut sugar

• 1½ tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• ¼ cup coconut oil

• 1 tsp vanilla

• 1 cup chopped rhubarb

Directions:

1. Combine almond milk and vinegar, let sit 5 min.

2. Mix dry ingredients. Add in wet ingredients and rhubarb.

3. Divide into muffin tins and bake at 350°F for 18–20 min.

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🥣 Bonus: How to Prep and Store Fresh Rhubarb

• Trimming: Cut off both the leafy tops and root ends.

• Storage: Wrap unwashed rhubarb stalks in a damp paper towel and store in a breathable bag in the fridge.

• Freezing: Chop and freeze raw rhubarb in airtight bags for smoothies, crisps, or jam later on.

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📌 Final Thoughts

Rhubarb is more than just pie filler—it’s a versatile ingredient that shines in both sweet and savory dishes. With these healthy rhubarb recipes, you can enjoy the best of the season while keeping your cooking wholesome and creative.

Whether you’re making muffins, vinaigrettes, or that dreamy crisp, we hope you’re inspired to get into the kitchen and make something beautiful.

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