Pretty Protein Parfait

Dr. Emily Foster

By Dr. Emily Foster

This light and yummy parfait looks like a treat (and tastes like one too!) but is low in sugar and high in protein

Serves 1.

¾ cup low-fat plain greek yogurt
¼ cup blueberries
¼ cup raspberries
2 tablespoons chia seeds
¼ cup toasted unsalted slivered almonds

In a slender glass layer ingredients in this

order:

Yogurt
Chia seeds
Almonds
Raspberries
Yogurt
Chia seeds
Almonds
Blueberries

Optional:

For a bit of low glycemic index sweetness, stir a teaspoon of agave nectar into the yogurt.

AUTHOR

Dr. Emily Foster

Dr. Emily Foster

Dr. Emily Foster is Holistic Health Expert & Certified Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner. With over 15 years of experience in the health care industry, Dr. Foster has dedicated her career to empowering individuals to take control of their health through natural and lifestyle-based approaches. She holds a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and is a certified Lifestyle Medicine Practitioner. Dr. Foster is passionate about educating the public on the benefits of natural health and sustainable living. Dr. Foster has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals and popular health magazines. She is a regular columnist for "Health and Wellness Today" and has been featured in "Natural Living Magazine," "Diabetes Care Journal," and "Nutrition and Health Review."