How to make a Tummy and Zone friendly Breakfast of Yogurt with Berries
Greek yogurt with berries (Dahi/Curd) is a nutritious and delicious breakfast or snack that can be easily incorporated into the Zone Diet. Greek yogurt is a great source of protein, calcium, and probiotics, while berries are packed with antioxidants and fiber.
To make this recipe, start by choosing your preferred type of Greek yogurt (Dahi). Look for a plain, low-fat, or non-fat variety that does not contain added sugars. Measure out one serving size of Greek yogurt, which is typically around 1 cup.
Greek yogurt with berries is a simple and easy recipe that can be enjoyed as a healthy breakfast or snack on the Zone Diet. Here’s a detailed recipe:
Greek yogurt with berries (Dahi)
Equipment
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt low-fat or non-fat
- 1/2 cup of fresh berries blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or a combination
- 1 tsp honey or a pinch of stevia for sweetness optional
Instructions
- Measure out one serving size of Greek yogurt, which is typically around 1 cup.
- Add 1/2 cup of fresh berries to the yogurt.
- If desired, add a small amount of sweetener, such as honey or stevia, to the mixture.
- Stir the mixture until the berries are evenly distributed throughout the yogurt.
- Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
The calorie count for the Greek yogurt with berries recipe would depend on the specific ingredients and serving sizes used. However, here’s an approximate breakdown of the calorie content based on the ingredients and serving sizes mentioned in the recipe:
- 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt (low-fat or non-fat): approximately 130 calories
- 1/2 cup of fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, or a combination): approximately 40-60 calories depending on the type of berries
- Optional: 1 tsp of honey or a pinch of stevia for sweetness: approximately 20-30 calories for honey or negligible calories for stevia
Therefore, a serving size of 1 cup of Greek yogurt with 1/2 cup of berries would have a total calorie count of approximately 150-220 calories, depending on the type of berries and whether or not honey or stevia is added for sweetness.