Lemon Dream

Unfortunately I can't take credit for this one myself! The applause has to go to Jean Modene, an awesome healthy mom and wife. She has a way of taking everyday recipes and making them healthier for her family and they are still so good! Trust me I Have sampled a few. This recipe is perfect for a hot summer day when light, fruity and refreshing are on the menu. I made this over the weekend for my family and it was delightful, everyone loved it. So here it is the much anticipated Lemon Dream Parfaits. Who knew a lemon could taste so good.

                                                                  

Lemon Dream Parfaits

You need...

3-6oz containers light vanilla fat free yogurt

1 pkg. (3 oz.) Jell_o sugar free Lemon flavor Gelatin

1-8 oz container Cool Whip fat free whip topping thawed

2-1/4 cups mixed fresh berries( raspberries,blueberries and strawberries sliced)

Make it...

1. Beat yogurt and dry gelatin mix in large bowl with mixer until well blended. ( the recipe calls for the whole packet of gelatin, but if you desire a lighter flavor use 1/2 the packet) Add Cool Whip and mix well. Refrigerate for at least one hour. Wash berries and set aside. Refrigerate.

2. Make 8 parfaits by layering some of the fruit and lemon mixture in a glass or dessert dish. Repeat, serve and enjoy!

Per serving: 114 calories,22 carbs, 0 fat

* I also have to thank my photographer at Finn Photography for this great image!

Lemon Apple Salad

Lemon Apple Salad

I have had several requests for healthy recipes! Here is one of my favorites. It's a twist on a traditional Waldorf salad but reinvented to be healthy and lite! I have taken this to parties and people love it! The added benefit is it's quick and easy to make! Enjoy!

Serves 6

Ingredients

·         2 large apples cored and sliced

·         2 ribs of celery, sliced

·         1 cup shredded carrots

·         1 cup grapes halved

·         ¼ cup Cranrasins or dried cherries

·         1 container single serve light lemon yogurt

·         2 tablespoon slivered almonds or walnuts

Directions

In a bowl combine apples, celery, grapes, carrots, almonds, and Cranrasins. Add yogurt and mix. Refrigerate and serve chilled.