Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Frozen Berry-Nut Parfait



It's true that most of the calories in nuts come from fat, but our bodies need some of these fats. Nuts provide protection from heart disease and help reduce blood pressure.

1 cup plain, fat-free Greek-style yogurt
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/3 cup diced frozen strawberries
1—2 packets Truvia or other natural sweetener
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

In a food processor, combine the yogurt, blueberries, strawberries, sweetener, and vanilla and process until smooth. Stir in the nuts. Transfer the mixture to a pint container, cover, and freeze for about 30 minutes, or until just frozen. Scoop into 4 parfait glasses and serve immediately.

Note: This dessert can be served later, but it will form ice crystals if frozenlonger than directed and thus won't be as creamy.

Note: If you opt to leave out the nuts, the calories are halved, or 45 perserving.

Makes 4 (1/2-cup) servings

Per serving: 90 calories, 7 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates (4 g sugars), 4 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 1 g fiber, 20 mg sodium

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