Almond butter amaranth parfait

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.

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Preparation

  1. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt and almond butter. Stir together thoroughly.
  2. 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

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