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4th of July Protein Parfaits

Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups ripe strawberries quartered
  • 4 Tbsps raw honey or pure maple syrup divided
  • 1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 cups blueberries

Instructions

  • Slice your strawberries into quarters and place in a small saucepan.
  • Add in 1 tablespoon of the honey, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla, then heat the saucepan over medium heat.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer then stir in the chia seeds.
  • Allow it to cook over low heat for 5 minutes, then set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, using a blender, blend your cottage cheese and yogurt together with the remaining 3 tablespoons of honey until smooth and creamy.
  • To assemble your parfait cups, layer each with the strawberry mixture, then the cheese yogurt mixture followed by fresh blueberries as shown.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Best enjoyed within a few hours of preparing.