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Perfect for Memorial or Independence Day, these berry ricotta parfaits are easy to make, and lightened up so you don't feel guilty about having dessert! | #healthydessert #parfait #berry #weightwatchers #smartpoints
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Mixed Berry Ricotta Parfait Recipe

This parfait recipe is made with naturally sweetened ricotta, lemon zest, fresh mint, and mixed berries
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy dessert, parfait
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 143kcal

Ingredients

  • 15 oz fat-free ricotta cheese
  • 3 Tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp lemon zest, divided
  • 1 lb. fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 1-2 tsp fresh mint, minced
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, add ricotta, honey, vanilla and 1 tsp lemon zest. With a handheld mixer, mix until ricotta is whipped and everything is combined. Set aside.
  • Toss chopped strawberries with fresh mint, and separately toss blueberries with remaining 1 tsp lemon zest.
  • To assemble parfaits, add a couple spoonfuls of ricotta mixture to the bottom of tall clear glasses. Top with a layer of blueberries, more ricotta, a layer of strawberries, then repeat until glasses are full. Garnish with a sprig of mint if desired.

Notes

Parfaits may be served right away or assembled, covered and refrigerated for up to 4-5 hours.
Instead of ricotta, plain non-fat yogurt can be used.
To make smaller parfaits, this recipe can be stretched to serve 12.

Nutrition

Calories: 143kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 6g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 50.1mg | Calcium: 128mg | Iron: 0.5mg