I discovered this recipe quite by accident last night after dinner. Â Our recipe called for 1/4 unsweetened plain yogurt. Â Since I’m frequently cooking for just two people, we usually have odd leftovers of some ingredients. Â In this case, I still had 3/4 cup plain, boring, unsweetened greek yogurt.
I didn’t want it to go to waste and realized that the same sauce I used on our Mexican-inspired dinner would make a yummy snack if modified just a bit.
Cilantro Lime Parfait for Breakfast
So, it was time to get creative. Â I wanted something with flavors that complemented our main dish, but creamy to help tone down the heat – and these Cilantro Lime Parfaits were born. Â This recipe is very high in protein and low in calories. Â It’s slightly sweet and, when combined with a piece of fruit, this parfait makes a delicious breakfast.
Don’t have time for morning meals? Â Don’t skip breakfast. Â Skipping breakfast makes it more likely that you will become hungry later and make poor eating choices. Â Take 5 minutes to throw this together the night before. Â Let the flavors meld overnight, and treat yourself to a healthy on-the-go Cilantro Lime Parfait with a powerful protein punch.
Prepare ahead and make a healthier decision. Take 5 minutes to throw this together the night before. Â Let the flavors meld overnight, and treat yourself to a healthy on-the-go Cilantro Lime Parfait with a powerful protein punch. Â It’s a light breakfast for those that don’t want heavy morning meals – but has protein to help get your through your morning.
It does call for fresh cilantro (as opposed to dried coriander).  While I love fresh herbs, I hate snipping them.  I find it tedious work.  So, I broke out my new herb snipping scissors.  Have you ever seen anything like this five-blade Chefast scissors?
Have you ever seen anything like this five-blade Chefast scissors?  Not that snipping cilantro is all that hard, but we all have our pet peeves, right?
These scissors, which come with a lifetime warranty have easy to grip handles and come with two canvas herb storage bags. Â Woohoo! Â I am no longer sealing up my fresh herbs into BPA-infested plastic bags. Â I hear my basil plants thanking me already. Here is a video I made of these unique kitchen scissors in action.
So, are you ready for that recipe?
Cilantro Lime Parfait
Yields: 1 |
This Cilantro Lime Parfait is a nutritious alternative to sugar-laden yogurts, but still full of flavor. If you leave out the honey, it’s also a unique alternative to sour cream in your favorite Mexican dishes.
- 1 5.3 oz container plain, unflavored greek yogurt (I like Chobani)
- 1 TBSP chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp agave (or honey)
- 1/4 lime, zested and juiced
Mix yogurt with 1/2 cilantro, agave, honey, zest, and juice.
Pour into dishes.
Garnish with cilantro and serve.
Nutrition
- Calories: 109
- Carbs: 13 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
I did receive a discount in exchange for my honest opinion, but I never recommend products I don’t use
Alicia Taylor
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40 Comments
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September 26, 2016 - 1:18 pm[…] Also, Sam Kuma includes garlic and cilantro as optional ingredients. Â To me, they make the avocado creme sauce! Many people do not enjoy cilantro, but it’s one of my favorite flavors. Â I’m even prone to mix it up in plain greek yogurt in my Cilantro Lime Parfait! […]
Marie M. Nygard
August 14, 2016 - 5:46 pmAlicia, based on your review of the Chefast Herb Scissors in your Cilantro Lime Parfait blog post, my mom, Pat Mallette, bought us a pair of the scissors. They are amazing!! We’ve used them for cilantro, chives, sage, tarragon — to name a few. We absolutely love them! Thanks for the suggestion!
Alicia Taylor
August 14, 2016 - 7:01 pmMarie, I am so glad you like them so much. I love them! I used them for cilantro last night for dinner – and for mint for after dinner drinks. They definitely simplify all that chopping.
Tiffany VanSickle
June 29, 2016 - 9:34 amMy husband eats a crazy amount of plain Greek yogurt. I’ll have to tell him about this idea!
Alicia Taylor
June 30, 2016 - 1:35 pmLet me know if he likes it.
Christina
June 28, 2016 - 10:24 pmI love the idea of a savory/sweet parfait. I do like cilantro and I think I need to get a pair of those scissors. Seems like it would make using fresh herbs much easier!
Alicia Taylor
June 30, 2016 - 1:36 pmI was actually surprised I liked it. I call it a successful experiment! The scissors are great for cilantro, but you should see what they do with rosemary!
Tami
June 28, 2016 - 4:29 pmMy daughter likes to put cilantro on so many of her dishes. She’ll find this parfait interesting.
Alicia Taylor
June 30, 2016 - 1:36 pmIf she likes it, let me know~
Ellen Christian (@ellenblogs)
June 28, 2016 - 3:06 pmThose scissors would definitely be easier than chopping them by hand. How neat!
Alicia Taylor
June 30, 2016 - 1:36 pmDefinitely!
laura londergan
June 28, 2016 - 3:00 pmwow what a combo of flavors! I love the lime added and those scissors . . .gonna have to find a pair 😉
Alicia Taylor
June 30, 2016 - 1:37 pmThey are great for crafting, too – just get a different pair for the kitchen.
amittenfull
June 28, 2016 - 2:25 pmWow, what an interesting combination. I love Cilantro, I may have to give this a try!
Ashley S
June 28, 2016 - 12:37 pmYou have me at lime! What a unique flavor combo, I’d love to try it!
Emily, Our house now a home
June 28, 2016 - 9:39 amOh this is a new idea, I love finding new ideas and this is a new one for me to try. Thanks!
Kristin
June 28, 2016 - 9:37 amMmmmm that looks so refreshing! Perfect for summer. I love super simple recipes that are pretty to serve!
rememberkimverizonnet
June 28, 2016 - 7:42 amI totally just cut some herbs from my garden yesterday and was wondering what to do with them. I believe I have scissors like these. Cool!!!
Jennifer
June 28, 2016 - 7:33 amThat looks so good, but what I keep coming back to are those scissors! I love fresh herbs, but I rarely use them because it’s so much easier and faster to just use dried. Thanks for sharing those!
Alicia Taylor
June 30, 2016 - 1:39 pmFresh has so much better flavor. These scissors will definitely have me using more.
milenabarrett
June 28, 2016 - 6:36 amI need those scissors! That sounds like a wonderful refreshing combination of tastes. I’ll have to try it!
Jennifer
June 28, 2016 - 4:19 amYummmmm! I would have never thought of using cilantro in a yogurt for breakfast but it looks great!
Alicia Taylor
June 30, 2016 - 1:39 pmIt was an experiment – and honestly, I’m surprised it worked – but it did.
Hip Mama's Place (@HipMamasPlace)
June 27, 2016 - 7:07 pmI have never heard of this recipe. Thanks for sharing! I love yogurt parfaits and this is right up my alley!
Alicia Taylor
June 30, 2016 - 1:40 pmI made it up 🙂 I’m sure someone else has done it before, but I had some leftover homemade mexican dip and added a little sweetener to try it for breakfast. It worked.
Brandy
June 27, 2016 - 6:14 pmWhat an interesting mix up – I will most certainly be trying this!
loisaltermark
June 27, 2016 - 5:15 pmI totally have to try that! I love cilantro, and that looks delicious!
Brandy M
June 27, 2016 - 5:13 pmI would have never thought about making that for breakfast or really any time! I am intrigued and need to try it!
Alicia Taylor
June 27, 2016 - 5:17 pmIf you leave the sugar out, it makes a great sour cream substitute on Mexican foods
Lori Bosworth
June 27, 2016 - 4:49 pmThose are different flavours for breakfast, but I would definitely try this recipe! I agree that it’s so important to have a protein-packed breakfast. Love those herb scissors too!
Alicia Taylor
June 27, 2016 - 5:16 pmAren’t they the coolest!
Katie
June 27, 2016 - 4:44 pmThis looks yummy! I don’t I’ve ever tried cilantro. This looks like a great summer treat!
wheelchairmommy
June 27, 2016 - 3:59 pmThis looks super yummy and refreshing!! I love the idea of adding zest to my yogurt 😀
tamaralikecamera
June 27, 2016 - 2:49 pmI like Chobani too. This looks refreshing! I’m not a cilantro person, but I could still appreciate this.
The scissors are amazing.
Alicia Taylor
June 27, 2016 - 5:16 pmYou could just leave the cilantro out of it. Substitute some freshly grated coconut!
Chelley @ A is for Adelaide
June 27, 2016 - 2:19 pmI AM FREAKING OUT OVER THESE SCISSORS! I have an amazing herb garden, but chopping them suuuuucks! And I have all of these ingredients, and NEVER would have put them together… I can’t wait to get home and make this as a dessert- the kids will never know it’s good for them!
Alicia Taylor
June 27, 2016 - 5:15 pmIf you want it for a dessert, you may want to add more sweetener. It’s not very sweet as it is.
Lory Robinson
June 27, 2016 - 12:19 pmWhat an interesting idea for breakfast, using the cilantro! Looks good. Also, the herb scissors look awesome!
Alicia Taylor
June 27, 2016 - 12:20 pmThanks Lory! I get tired of the same ole, same ole sometimes. It’s still slightly sweet – but maintains that greek yogurt tang I love so much. It’s also a great post workout protein refresher!