Red Chia Yogurt Parfait Recipe
This high-protein and high-fiber yogurt parfait highlights RED foods for Eat the Rainbow challenge and is quick, meal-prep-friendly, and customizable. It’s perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even a healthy dessert. Let’s get layering!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp white chia seeds or black
- 1/4 cup water or milk dairy or plant-based
- 1 cup fresh raspberries divided (~1/3 cup for layering; can mix with strawberries or cherries for extra red!)
- 6 oz plain or vanilla Greek yogurt ~3/4 cup, use plantbased yogurt for vegan
- 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder optional, for added protein
- 1/4 tsp beet powder for vibrant red; or use crushed raspberry, pomegranate juice, beet juice, or dragon fruit powder
- Honey or maple syrup optional, to sweeten; skip if using sweetened protein powder
- Toppings: Shredded coconut and goji berries or sliced strawberries, pomegranate or cherries
Instructions
- Prepare Chia Pudding: In a microwave-safe bowl, mix chia seeds and water/milk. Microwave for 45 seconds, stirring halfway, or cook on the stovetop until thickened. Alternatively, mix and refrigerate overnight for a no-cook option.
- Mix Yogurt Base: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt with protein powder (if using) and sweeten with honey/maple syrup if desired. Sprinkle in beet powder and swirl gently to create red, white, and pink streaks.
- Layer the Parfait: In a glass, mug, or bowl, start with a layer of raspberries. Add a layer of yogurt, more raspberries, a layer of chia pudding, then more yogurt and raspberries. Finish with the remaining 1/3 cup raspberries.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle with shredded coconut, goji berries, or other red food toppings for extra flair.
- Serve, Chill & Store: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. Perfect for meal prep!
Notes
Make it Vegan: Use plant-based yogurt and milk.
Boost the Red: Experiment with pomegranate juice or dragon fruit powder for different red hues. Add in a mix of pomegranate arils, strawberries, cherries or diced red apples
Meal Prep Hack: Triple or quadruple the recipe. Assemble multiple parfaits in mason jars for grab-and-go breakfasts. Nutrition (with 1 tsp shredded coconut and 2 tsp goji toppings using non-fat Greek yogurt) 317 calories, 16 grams fiber, 28 grams protein
Boost the Red: Experiment with pomegranate juice or dragon fruit powder for different red hues. Add in a mix of pomegranate arils, strawberries, cherries or diced red apples
Meal Prep Hack: Triple or quadruple the recipe. Assemble multiple parfaits in mason jars for grab-and-go breakfasts. Nutrition (with 1 tsp shredded coconut and 2 tsp goji toppings using non-fat Greek yogurt) 317 calories, 16 grams fiber, 28 grams protein