When the summer sun is shining and the berries are in season, there's nothing quite like a refreshing and delicious bowl of fresh berries with lemon yogurt. This classic combination is a healthy and flavorful treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both satisfying and satisfyingly light. Whether you prefer sweet or tangy, creamy or crunchy, there are endless ways to customize your fresh berries with lemon yogurt bowl to suit your taste. So gather your favorite berries, some creamy yogurt, and a squeeze of lemon juice, and get ready to enjoy a delightful and nutritious meal.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
FRESH FRUIT PARFAIT WITH LEMON-POPPY SEED YOGURT
Steps:
- In a medium bowl place cut fruit, blueberries, lemon juice and 1 tablespoon sugar. Mix well and macerate for about 10 to 15 minutes. This will allow fruit to be infused with lemon juice and sugar. Meanwhile in a small bowl stir 2 cups of lowfat yogurt and poppy seeds. In clear glasses, layer the ingredients starting with the fruit mixture then next layer with yogurt, then fruit, then yogurt. Repeat these steps until you have filled the glasses. Garnish with a sprig of mint.
FRESH BERRIES WITH LEMON YOGURT
This is a refreshing dish that can be served for breakfast or dessert. The berries offer a powerhouse of nutrition, and the limoncello, an Italian lemon liqueur, adds a burst of citrus flavor. -Sarah Vasques, Milford, New Hampshire
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; spoon into four dessert dishes. Whisk together yogurt and lemon curd; spoon over fruit.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 34mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
FROZEN YOGURT AND BERRIES
Steps:
- Whip the cream lightly in an electric mixer. When it begins to form peaks, add the powdered sugar and whip to soft peaks. Scoop a generous amount of ice cream in a bowl. Melt the semisweet chocolate chips and white chocolate together in a double boiler. Lace the yogurt with fresh berries, and then top it off with whipped cream and the melted semisweet and white chocolate.
BERRIES WITH LEMON CUSTARD SAUCE
Make and share this Berries With Lemon Custard Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mysterygirl
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Line a sieve with a coffee filter, spoon in the yogurt and let drain for about an hour in the refrigerator.
- In a medium saucepan whisk together the egg yolks and sugar.
- Add cornstarch, salt, 1 Tbsp lemon zest and lemon juice and whisk together.
- Whisk in the milk over medium heat.
- Switch to a wooden spoon and cook, stirring constantly, until custard is thickened to the consistency of a thin pudding - about 5-8 minutes.
- Bring it up TO the boiling point but DO NOT let it boil.
- Remove when it is thickened and immediately pour into a bowl.
- Stir in vanilla, let mixture cool for 15 minutes.
- Whisk in the yogurt cheese from first step and chill for at least 1/2 hour.
- To serve, top berries with chilled custard sauce and garnish with the fresh mint and remaining lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.5, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 98.3, Sodium 98.6, Carbohydrate 55.5, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 22.8, Protein 6.8
BERRIES IN YOGURT CREAM
Yogurt, cream, brown sugar and fresh fruit are all you need to wake up your taste buds on mornings you'd rather sleep in. Save time by having guests assemble their own parfaits. -Michelle Stillman, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Desserts
Time 5m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place yogurt in a large bowl; whisk in cream. Sprinkle with brown sugar but do not stir. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. , Just before serving, stir cream mixture. Divide among 10 dessert dishes. Top with berries.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 33mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
FRESH FRUIT PARFAIT WITH LEMON-POPPY SEED YOGURT
A yummy blend of fresh fruits with a delicious dressing....make sure you use fresh lemon juice and zest...it is key to the recipe. And don't forget the mint! Posted for ZWT5....from Danny Boome Ltd.
Provided by breezermom
Categories Beverages
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a medium bowl place cut fruit, blueberries, lemon juice and 1 tbsp sugar. Mix well and macerate for about 10 to 15 minutes. This will allow the fruit to be infused with lemon juice and sugar.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl stir 2 cups of lowfat yogurt and poppy seeds.
- In clear glasses (wine glasses make an excellent choice) layer the ingredients starting with the fruit mixture, then the yogurt. Repeat until full. Garnish with a sprig of mint.
Top Recipe Bullet Point:
- In a blender or food-processor, whip Yogurt, Lemon Zest, and Lemon Juice until mixed well.
- Place mixed Berries with Lemon Yogurt, and sprinkle Shaved Chocolate on top
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes and serve.
Conclusion:
This easy dessert is a great way to use up fresh berries and yogurt. It's light, refreshing, and perfect for a summer party. Plus, it's good for you! Yogurt is a great source of protein and probiotics, and berries are full of vitamins and antioxidants.If you don't have any shaved chocolate, you can use chocolate sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or even grated chocolate bars.
If you're making this dessert ahead of time, be sure to add the shaved chocolate just before serving, so it doesn't melt.
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