Chilean Cherry Berry Parfait

Submitted by karenleslie007

"Start your day off right with this heart- healthy morning breakfast recipe that also serves as a kid-friendly snack or light dessert. Summer- fresh plump cherries, blueberries or raspberries from Chile, available in markets now, star in this one cup layered parfait with low fat yogurt and topped with toasted almonds. February is American Heart month and experts recommend a diet that includes a rainbow mix of fruits and vegetables for optimal health. Heart disease is the #1 killer of women and small dietary changes plus increased activity can make a difference."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 4 Parfaits
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 cup sweet chilean cherries
• 1 cup chilean raspberries or 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup fresh pineapple, chopped
• 1 cup low-fat yogurt, vanilla or 1 cup lemon
• 1 medium banana, sliced
• 1⁄3 cup dates, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup toasted sliced almonds

directions

1. Set aside 4 whole Chilean cherries. Remove the pits and slice the remaining cherries in half. In tall or stemmed glasses, layer the cherries, pineapple, raspberries, yogurt, banana and dates. Sprinkle the almonds on top and garnish with a whole, sweet cherry.