Peach-Almond Parfaits - 15g Carbs, 2g Fiber
From: The South Beach Diet (Phase 2)
A Refreshing Spring Dessert
There's no better way to celebrate Easter — and the spring season — than
with a fresh fruit dessert. The combination of fresh peaches and yogurt
in this after-dinner offering is sure to be a refreshing hit with your
family and guests. Not only is it delicious, it's good for you, too!
Making this dessert in parfait glasses or beautiful dessert bowls adds
to the fun, especially for kids, because you can see all the tasty
layers you're about to enjoy.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
1/4 cup slivered almonds
2/3 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
2/3 cup low-fat OR nonfat plain yogurt
2 Tbsp granular sugar substitute
3 medium peaches, cubed (2 cups)
Ground cinnamon
Heat the oven to 275 degrees F. Spread almonds on a baking sheet
and toast, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and golden, about
10 minutes. Transfer to a plate to cool.
In a blender or food processor, combine ricotta, yogurt, and sugar
substitute and process until smooth. Spoon 1/4 cup of the peaches
into each of 4 parfait glasses or dessert dishes. Spoon 2 tablespoons
of the ricotta mixture over the peaches. Sprinkle with a pinch of
cinnamon and 1/2 tablespoon of the almonds. Top evenly with remaining
peaches, remaining ricotta mixture, a pinch of cinnamon, and remaining
almonds.
Servings: 4
Serving Size: 1 cup
Nutrition per Serving:
160 Calories, 8g Fat, 2.5g Sat, 9g Protein, 15g Carbs, 2g Fiber,
86mg Sodium
