Berrylicious Greek Glee—Snack for 1
Berrylicious Greek Glee is a refreshing Greek snack featuring creamy Greek yogurt topped with a vibrant mix of fresh berries. This nutritious and delicious treat is perfect for satisfying cravings while providing essential nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a healthy, guilt-free indulgence.
Meal Type
Snack
Cuisine
Greek
Servings
1
Food Stars
Greek yogurt, berries
Health
Variations
Diets
Variations
Do This With That Stuff
- Wash the mixed berries under cold running water and gently pat dry with a clean kitchen towel
- Remove the stems and hulls from the strawberries, then cut them into quarters
- Measure 1 cup of Greek yogurt using the measuring cup and transfer it to the mixing bowl
- Add 1/2 cup of mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) to the mixing bowl with the Greek yogurt
- Measure 1 tbsp of honey using the tablespoon measure and drizzle it over the yogurt and berries in the mixing bowl
- Use a spoon to gently mix the Greek yogurt, mixed berries, and honey until well combined
- Transfer the mixture to a serving dish using a spoon
- Roughly chop 1 tbsp of almonds with a knife on a cutting board
- Sprinkle 1 tbsp chopped almonds over the top of the yogurt mixture in the serving dish
- Measure 1 tsp chia seeds using the teaspoon measure and sprinkle them evenly over the top of almonds layer in the serving dish
Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings
☕ Bitter
- Add 1/4 tsp ground bitter orange peel
- Add 1/4 cup chopped radicchio
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
🧂 Salty
- Add 1/4 tsp sea salt
- Add 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp olive oil
🍋 Sour
- Replace honey with 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Add 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
- Add 1/4 tsp sumac
🌶️ Spicy
- Add 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Add 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- Add 1/4 tsp ground ginger
🍬 Sweet
- Increase honey to 2 tbsp
- Add 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Add 1/4 cup diced dried apricots
- Replace chia seeds with 1 tsp sweetened shredded coconut
🍄 Umami
- Add 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Add 1/2 tsp soy sauce
- Add 1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives
🍸 Alcoholic
- Mastiha Liqueur: The sweet and aromatic flavors of this Greek liqueur complement the fruity and creamy elements of the dish
- Ouzo: The anise flavor of this traditional Greek spirit contrasts with the sweetness of the berries and honey, adding depth to the overall experience
- Retsina: This Greek white wine with its unique pine resin flavor balances the sweetness and tartness of the mixed berries in the dish
🥤 Non Alcoholic
- Mint Lemonade: The refreshing citrus flavor complements the berries and yogurt in the dish
- Iced Green Tea: The mild earthy taste balances the sweetness of the honey and berries
- Sparkling Water with Cucumber: The subtle cucumber flavor and carbonation cleanse the palate between bites
🥓 Keto
- Replace Greek yogurt with 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- Replace 1/2 cup mixed berries with 1/4 cup raspberries
- Replace 1 tbsp honey with 1 tbsp erythritol or stevia
- Increase chopped almonds to 2 tbsp
🍆 Mediterranean
- Replace mixed berries with 1/2 cup chopped fresh figs
- Add 1 tbsp chopped pistachios
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp pomegranate molasses
🥑 Paleo
- Replace Greek yogurt with 1 cup coconut yogurt
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp maple syrup
🐟 Pescatarian
- No changes needed. The original recipe is already pescatarian friendly.
🌱 Vegan
- Replace Greek yogurt with 1 cup vegan Greek yogurt alternative
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp maple syrup
🥦 Vegetarian
- No changes needed as the recipe is already vegetarian friendly.
🥩 Whole30
- Replace Greek yogurt with 1 cup coconut cream
- Remove honey
- Add 1/2 cup diced apple
- Increase chopped almonds to 2 tbsp
🧠 Brain Health
- Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Add 1/2 cup spinach leaves, chopped
🌾 Celiac Disease
- No changes needed
💩 Crohns Disease
- Replace Greek yogurt with lactose-free yogurt
- Replace mixed berries with 1/2 cup of peeled and chopped ripe banana
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Remove chopped almonds
- Remove chia seeds
🩸 Diabetes
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup
- Add 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
🍞 Gluten Intolerance
- No changes needed
🫀 Heart Disease
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp stevia
- Replace chopped almonds with 1 tbsp chopped walnuts
- Add 1/4 cup of oats
❤️ Heart Health
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp of maple syrup
- Replace chopped almonds with 1 tbsp chopped walnuts
🧂 High Blood Pressure
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp stevia
- Replace almonds with 1 tbsp unsalted sunflower seeds
🍔 High Cholesterol
- Replace Greek yogurt with 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- Replace 1 tbsp honey with 1 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup
- Replace 1 tbsp chopped almonds with 1 tbsp chopped walnuts
🦠 Immune System
- Add 1/4 cup spinach
- Add 1/4 cup kale
- Add 1 tsp grated ginger
- Increase mixed berries to 3/4 cup
🚽 Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Replace Greek yogurt with lactose-free yogurt
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Remove chia seeds
💧 Kidney Disease
- Replace Greek yogurt with low-fat Greek yogurt
- Decrease honey to 1/2 tbsp
- Replace almonds with 1 tbsp chopped unsalted pistachios
- Remove chia seeds
🐄 Lactose Intolerance
- Replace Greek yogurt with 1 cup lactose-free Greek yogurt
🍺 Liver Disease
- Replace honey with 1 tbsp maple syrup
- Decrease chopped almonds to 1/2 tbsp
- Replace chia seeds with 1 tsp ground flaxseed
🤰 Pregnancy
- No changes needed
Beti’s Reflections
On a recent culinary adventure to Greece, I stumbled upon a delightful treat that instantly captured my heart and taste buds. The locals called it Berrylicious Greek Glee, and I knew I had to share this gem with my beloved readers at TheKitchen.ai. So, without further ado, let’s dive into this heavenly concoction!
Berrylicious Greek Glee is a healthy Greek yogurt dessert that serves one and is perfect for those seeking guilt-free satisfaction. However, please note that this recipe contains dairy and nuts; if you have any allergies or dietary restrictions, be sure to take them into account.
The ingredients in this mixed berry Greek yogurt bowl are simple yet bursting with flavor. We start with 1 cup of creamy Greek yogurt as our base, followed by 1/2 cup of mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) for a vibrant touch. Next up is 1 tbsp of honey for natural sweetness and 1 tbsp of chopped almonds for a satisfying crunch. Finally, we sprinkle 1 tsp of chia seeds on top for an extra boost of nutrients.
To create your very own Berrylicious Greek Glee, begin by washing the mixed berries under cold running water and gently patting them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Remove the stems and hulls from the strawberries before cutting them into quarters. Measure out your Greek yogurt and transfer it to a mixing bowl along with the prepared berries. Drizzle honey over the yogurt and berries before gently mixing everything together. Once combined, transfer your mixture to a serving dish using a spoon. Roughly chop your almonds before sprinkling them over the top of your yogurt mixture along with chia seeds.
And there you have it – your very own homemade Berrylicious Greek Glee! This easy Greek yogurt fruit bowl is not only delicious but also packed with essential nutrients that make it an ideal choice for breakfast or as a healthy snack throughout the day. So go ahead, indulge in this Greek yogurt breakfast bowl and let your taste buds dance with glee!



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