Cottage Cheese Berry Parfait (Print)

A light, high-protein parfait layered with creamy cottage cheese, fresh berries, and crunchy granola.

# Components:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese

→ Fruits

02 - 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
03 - 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
04 - 1/2 cup fresh raspberries

→ Grains

05 - 1/2 cup low-sugar granola

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup

→ Garnish

07 - Fresh mint leaves

# Directions:

01 - Rinse all berries thoroughly under cold water and slice strawberries as needed.
02 - Spoon 1/4 cup cottage cheese into the bottom of each of two parfait glasses or bowls.
03 - Distribute approximately 1/4 cup mixed berries over the cottage cheese layer in each glass.
04 - Sprinkle 2 tablespoons granola evenly over the berries in each glass.
05 - Repeat the layering process with remaining cottage cheese, berries, and granola.
06 - Drizzle with honey or maple syrup according to preference.
07 - Top with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately to maintain granola crunchiness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High-protein content (16g per serving) to keep you full.
  • Low-calorie and vegetarian-friendly.
  • Fresh, vibrant flavors from seasonal berries.
02 -
  • Use a high-protein, low-sugar granola for optimal weight loss benefits.
  • Wash berries thoroughly before assembly.
  • Serve immediately for the best combination of creamy and crunchy textures.
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