Author Notes
The recipe is perfect for World Diabetes Day, it not only looks good, it does you good. Blueberries definitely deserve the accolade of being one of the ‘Superfoods’. It is considered that they contain one of the highest antioxidant capacity of all of the more well known fruits and vegetables. The main antioxidant compounds belong to a large group of polyphenols called flavonoids, one group of flavonoids are called anthocyanins, it is this group that have the impact on diabetes – several studies show that insulin sensitivity is improved and blood sugar levels are lowered when Blueberries are included in the diet. You will enjoy this delicious dessert even more in the knowledge that it’s a ‘Superdessert’.
The recipe can be found here -
http://www.mynutricounter.com/blueberry-and-rose-water-yogurt-parfait/
—Nikki Brown
Ingredients
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400 grams
Greek yogurt
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15 milliliters
rose water
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100 grams
fresh blueberries
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15 milliliters
maple syrup
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1 teaspoon
lemon zest
Directions
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Mix yogurt, maple syrup, lemon zest, and rose water in a bowl.
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Layer the yogurt mixture and berries in serving glasses.
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