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Ricotta Cheese and Blueberry Parfaits (recipes)


Ricotta Cheese and Blueberry Parfait

Yield: Makes 4 servings

Antioxidant-rich blueberries lend their tartness to this pretty dish that' s great as a snack, breakfast or dessert.





Ingredients:



1cup whole milk ricotta cheese

1tablespoon powdered sugar

Grated peel of 1 lemon

1-1/2cups fresh blueberries









Preparation:





1.Combine ricotta cheese, sugar and lemon peel in medium bowl; mix well.2.Place 3 tablespoons blueberries in each of 4 parfait glasses. Add 1/4 cup ricotta cheese mixture; top with another 3 tablespoons blueberries. Garnish as desired.







Variation:

If your carb count can stand it, sprinkle top with some chopped pecans or slivered almonds.





Nutritional Information:







Serving Size: 2/3 cup parfait







Sodium

55 mg







Protein

7 g







Fiber

2 g







Carbohydrate

12 g







Cholesterol

31 mg







Saturated Fat

5 g







Total Fat

8 g







Calories from Fat

49 %







Calories

145









Dietary Exchange:







Fat

1







Meat

1







Milk

1







Fruit

1