Yogurt Parfait Paradise
Yogurt parfaits are a classic breakfast or snack for a reason: they're easy to make, customizable, and portable. But if you're trying to eat healthier, traditional parfaits can be loaded with sugar and unhealthy fats. This recipe for a low-carb yogurt parfait is a great way to enjoy all the flavors of a classic parfait without the guilt. It's made with plain Greek yogurt, mixed berries, chopped walnuts, and low-carb granola. The yogurt is a good source of protein and calcium, the berries are packed with antioxidants, and the walnuts add some healthy fats and crunch. The granola adds a touch of sweetness and texture without being too high in carbs. This parfait is a delicious and satisfying way to start your day or power through an afternoon snack attack.
The yogurt parfait was invented in the early 1900s by a Swiss doctor named Maximilian Bircher-Benner. Bircher-Benner was a pioneer in the field of nutrition, and he believed that a healthy diet should be based on fresh, unprocessed foods. He created the yogurt parfait as a way to provide his patients with a nutritious and easy-to-digest breakfast. The original yogurt parfait was made with plain yogurt, apples, nuts, and honey. Over the years, the yogurt parfait has evolved, and there are now many different variations on the classic recipe. This recipe for a low-carb yogurt parfait is a modern take on the classic dish. It's made with plain Greek yogurt, mixed berries, chopped walnuts, and low-carb granola. This parfait is a delicious and satisfying way to start your day or power through an afternoon snack attack.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries (such as blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries)
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon low-carb granola
  • Optional: drizzle of sugar-free syrup
Instructions
  1. In a parfait glass or jar, layer half of the Greek yogurt.
  2. Top with half of the mixed berries.
  3. Sprinkle with half of the chopped walnuts.
  4. Repeat the layers.
  5. Garnish with a sprinkle of low-carb granola.
Why It Works
  • Plain Greek yogurt is a good source of protein and calcium.
  • Mixed berries are packed with antioxidants.
  • Chopped walnuts add some healthy fats and crunch.
  • Low-carb granola adds a touch of sweetness and texture without being too high in carbs.