Summer Fruit Parfait
Julie Daniluk, R.H.N. July 1, 2013From the Vitality Food Feature ‘Cool Foods for A Hot Summer‘.
This snack combines low-calorie fruits and good sources of protein for a light mid-morning nosh. The combination of protein and fruit will fill you up, keeping you from overindulging come lunchtime.
(Makes 8 servings)
Ingredients
- 6 Tbsp honey, divided
- ¼ cup cranberry nectar or juice
- 1 cup diced peaches
- 1 cup raspberries
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup blackberries
- 1 cup plain sheep yogurt
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Seeds scraped from ¼ vanilla bean (optional)
1) Combine ½ the honey, cranberry nectar, peaches, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries in a large bowl. Lightly crush the fruit while mixing the ingredients together until the honey is dissolved.
2) Combine the yogurt, ½ the honey, and vanilla and/or scraped vanilla bean in a blender and blend until well mixed.
3) Layer ¼ cup fruit with 3 Tbsp vanilla sauce in each of eight small parfait glasses.
Julie Daniluk, R.H.N.
Nutritionist and TV personality, Julie Daniluk is the award-winning, bestselling author of Meals That Heal Inflammation & Slimming Meals That Heal. Her 3rd book, Hot Detox, was on the Canadian Bestseller’s list for 11 weeks in 2017. Julie’s 4th book, Becoming Sugar-Free, was released on September 7, 2021. Julie has appeared on hundreds of television and radio shows, including The Dr. Oz Show. She is in her 11th season as a resident expert for The Marilyn Denis Show. Check out more information at www.juliedaniluk.com and connect with her on Facebook & Instagram @juliedaniluk