Easy Blueberry-Lemon Parfait

Rating: 4.55 stars
31 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 20
  • 4 star values: 9
  • 3 star values: 1
  • 2 star values: 1
  • 1 star values: 0

The foods in this easy recipe are powerhouses of nutrition. Why this recipe is good for you: Low saturated fat; High antioxidants; Gut-protecting bacteria in Ginger is a mild anti-blood-clotting agent; Eating 6 ounces of yogurt a day reduced hay-fever attacks and colds in a University of California at Davis study.

By USA WEEKEND columnist Jean Carper

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Recipe Summary

Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
Nutrition Info
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Ingredients

4
Original recipe yields 4 servings
The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

Directions

  • In each of four parfait glasses or tall wineglasses, put 1/2 cup blueberries, followed by 1/2 cup yogurt, then crumbled gingersnaps.

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Copyright 2004 Jean Carper. Printed first in USA WEEKEND. All rights reserved.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:
227 calories; protein 6.5g 13% DV; carbohydrates 45.4g 15% DV; fat 2.9g 5% DV; cholesterol 3.3mg 1% DV; sodium 129.9mg 5% DV. Full Nutrition

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inactive user
Rating: 5 stars
03/30/2006
This was really yummy and even prettier to serve. I blended a spoonful of Cool Whip into the yogurt. It gave it a smoother texture and was a little stiffer so the top layer of yogurt didn't run down over the blueberries hiding those pretty layers. The layer order went yogurt cookie crumbs blueberries repeat. I served these at a brunch baby shower and put them in little punch glasses with a mint leaf on top (that's my picture with the recipe) and they just looked so classy sitting at everyone's place setting. Read More
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Lesley
Rating: 3 stars
06/23/2007
This was good for a quick dessert fix. I think I would like it better with strawberries which I will try next time. Just a personal preference. I did take JODILICIOUS's advice and added fat-free cool whip to the yogurt. Thanks Read More
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31 Ratings
  • 5 star values: 20
  • 4 star values: 9
  • 3 star values: 1
  • 2 star values: 1
  • 1 star values: 0
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inactive user
Rating: 5 stars
03/29/2006
This was really yummy and even prettier to serve. I blended a spoonful of Cool Whip into the yogurt. It gave it a smoother texture and was a little stiffer so the top layer of yogurt didn't run down over the blueberries hiding those pretty layers. The layer order went yogurt cookie crumbs blueberries repeat. I served these at a brunch baby shower and put them in little punch glasses with a mint leaf on top (that's my picture with the recipe) and they just looked so classy sitting at everyone's place setting. Read More
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Lisawas
Rating: 5 stars
07/28/2008
This is a great dessert! We substituted vanilla yogurt for lemon and used wild blueberries we picked at the top of Pleasant Mountain in Maine. I will definitely make this again! Read More
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PURPLEMIDNIGHT
Rating: 4 stars
07/22/2007
We bought WAY TOO MANY fresh blueberries so I was searching for ways to use them before they spoiled. We have had this for a dessert three times in the past week and everyone polisheed off every bite - all three times! Its a nice light summer dessert that is very refreshing and so good for you! Read More
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4Ratfords
Rating: 5 stars
07/05/2008
We loved this. We added some strawberries for 4th of July picnic. Big hit! I also added the cool whip to yogurt for creaminess. Excellent! Read More
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LINDA MCLEAN
Rating: 5 stars
01/26/2010
Who knew something so yum could be so good for you too? I used Greek yogurt and was thrilled to see the health benefits of ginger snaps! This makes a terrific breakfast as is and if in a hurry would also make a super smoothie. Thank you!! Read More
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Kristi
Rating: 5 stars
03/29/2008
I really liked the combination of these flavours together. I used wild blueberries because they're sweeter and have more flavour. A really nice change for breakfast. Read More
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Apricot20
Rating: 5 stars
07/30/2009
Cool and refreshing. I used Yoplait original blueberry acai yogurt instead of lemon yogurt but I would like to try it that way next! I also used graham cracker crumbs. A very nice quick and healthy snack. I enjoy all recipes that make use of the abundance of South Jersey blueberries we have in July! Read More
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Sarah Jo
Rating: 5 stars
05/03/2011
I used crushed oatmeal cookies instead of gingersnaps and lowfat vanilla yogurt instead of lemon. HUGE hit with the fam. This can easily bend to fit whatever cookie/fruit/yogurt you have on hand. This will be a great afternoon snack or quick dessert too. Read More
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Alberta Rose
Rating: 5 stars
06/09/2010
This was really delicious. With no lemon yogurt in the fridge I mixed in a little lemon zest to vanilla yogurt which worked perfectly. I love the combination of flavors and this is quick and easy for a snack breakfast and would even be great for a light dessert. If you don't have gingersnaps crush up a few graham crackers and add some ground ginger. Gingersnap granola would work well too. The flavor really is nice with the lemon and blueberry. Read More
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Lesley
Rating: 3 stars
06/23/2007
This was good for a quick dessert fix. I think I would like it better with strawberries which I will try next time. Just a personal preference. I did take JODILICIOUS's advice and added fat-free cool whip to the yogurt. Thanks Read More
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