Start your day off right with this delicious and heart-healthy almond butter amaranth parfait. A nutritious morning meal is key to a balanced diet, and this recipe is full of fruit, yogurt and a protein-packed superfood, amaranth.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon almond butter (peanut butter also works)
- 1/2 cup puffed amaranth
- 1/2 cup fresh fruit (blueberries or strawberries work well)
- 1/2 tablespoon cacao nibs*
*Additional topping ideas include shaved coconut, chopped nuts and hemp seeds.
Preparation
- In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt and almond butter. Stir together thoroughly.
- In a small mason jar or container, put a layer of yogurt mix, amaranth, yogurt mix and top with fresh fruit and cacao nibs.
Yield: One serving
Approximate nutritional breakdown per serving: 371 calories, 37 grams carbs, 19 grams fat, 15 grams protein, 7 grams fiber