Blueberry Lemon Protein Chia Parfait (Printable)
Vibrant layered parfait with blueberries, lemon yogurt, and chia pudding for energy and nutrition.
# List of ingredients:
→ Chia Pudding
01 - 3 tablespoons chia seeds
02 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
03 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
04 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Lemon Protein Yogurt
05 - 1 cup Greek yogurt
06 - 1 scoop (30 g) vanilla or unflavored protein powder
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
09 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
→ Blueberry Layer
10 - 1 cup fresh blueberries
11 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
12 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional)
→ Toppings
13 - 2 tablespoons granola
14 - extra lemon zest and blueberries for garnish
# Steps:
01 - Whisk together chia seeds, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes, then whisk again to break up any clumps. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until thickened to a pudding-like consistency.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, protein powder, lemon juice, lemon zest, and maple syrup. Stir thoroughly until completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no powder lumps remain.
03 - Gently toss fresh blueberries with lemon juice and maple syrup if using, coating evenly. Set aside until ready to assemble.
04 - Layer ingredients into two glasses or jars, starting with a few spoonfuls of chia pudding, followed by lemon protein yogurt, then blueberries. Repeat layering until all ingredients are used, finishing with the remaining yogurt on top.
05 - Sprinkle granola over the top layer, add a few fresh blueberries, and garnish with extra lemon zest just before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The combination of tart lemon and sweet blueberries wakes up your taste buds like nothing else
- It feels fancy enough for brunch but comes together in under ten minutes
02 -
- The chia pudding really does need those two hours in the fridge to reach the right texture
- Protein powder can make things grainy if you dont whisk it thoroughly
03 -
- Always zest your lemons before you juice them—it is so much easier that way
- If your chia pudding seems too thick after chilling, stir in a splash more milk