I prefer Yoplait 100 calorie yogurt cups; they are affordable, portion controlled, lower in sugar, and most importantly YUM-E! They have a large variety of flavors, too!
Let's talk superfood Chia Seeds for a moment. They are loaded with antioxidants, fiber, essential amino acids,
A 1 ounce (28 grams) serving of chia seeds contains:
- Fiber: 11 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fat: 9
g (5 of which are Omega-3s)
- Calcium: 18% of the RDA
- Manganese: 30% of the Recommended Daily Amount (RDA)
- Magnesium: 30% of the RDA
- Phosphorus: 27% of the RDA
They
also contain a decent amount of Zinc, Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Potassium, Vitamin
B1 (Thiamine) and Vitamin B2
Fruit & Chia Greek Yogurt Parfaits
1 100 calorie greek yogurt
1 T. Chia seeds
2 T. fresh fruit, chopped
1 T. nuts or granola (optional)
All you have to do is mix the yogurt, fruit and chia seeds (plus another healthy, crunchy item if desired), and let sit for at least 30 minutes to allow chia seeds to "bloom". The combination of creamy yogurt, with the almost soft pearl like texture of the chia seeds, plus the crunch of a nut or oat, then the sweet burst of fresh fruit... my kinda comfort food right there, yet it's Healthy: YUM-E!!
A couple of my favorite combos:
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| *Strawberry-Chia Greek Yogurt Parfait |
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| **Mango-Walnut-Chia Greek Yogurt Parfait |
The flavor possibilities are endless!
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| picture taken from yoplait.com - additional flavors not pictured: Strawberry, Strawberry Cheesecake |
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| Nutrition label and ingredients list taken from yoplait.com |
*Nutrition Facts:
160 cals, 4.5g fat, 47g sodium, 22 carbs, 6g fiber, 11g
sugar, 12g protein
20% Calcium, 7.5% iron, 40% Vit C, 4% Vit A
**Nutrition Facts:
Total:
213 cals, 7.8g fat, 92.5mg sodium, 22g carbs, 6.5g fiber, 11g sugar, 15.5g
protein
60mg potassium, 20% calcium, 10% Vit C, 7% Vit A, 7% iron
