Blissful Peach Grape Salad: Low-Cal, No-Guilt Delight
Certainly! 🍑✨ Let’s delve into the luscious recipe for Peach and Green Grape Fantasy, a delightful concoction that’s not only a burst of fruity flavors but also a guilt-free indulgence, especially perfect for those watching their calorie and fat intake. This recipe is adapted from a diabetic cookbook, ensuring a wholesome treat that won’t compromise on taste!
Peach and Green Grape Fantasy 🍇🍑
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Servings: 6 (1-cup servings) or 8 (3/4-cup servings)
- Calories per Serving: 115
Ingredients:
| Amount | Ingredient |
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| 2 cups | Green seedless grapes |
| 4 | Apples |
| 2 | Peaches |
| 4 | Walnuts |
| 1 tbsp | Sugar (or sugar substitute for diabetics) |
| 2 tbsp | Dry sherry |
| 2 tbsp | Marsala wine |
| Yogurt (use fat-free for a low-fat option) |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Fruits:
- Start by washing the green seedless grapes thoroughly. Pat them dry and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Peel the peaches and cut them into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the bowl with the grapes.
- Core the apples and chop them into similar-sized pieces. Toss them into the bowl as well.
- Lastly, roughly chop the walnuts and sprinkle them over the fruits.
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Prepare the Dressing:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the yogurt, sugar (or sugar substitute like Splenda or stevia for diabetics), dry sherry, and Marsala wine. 🥄
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Combine and Chill:
- Pour the yogurt dressing over the fruits in the mixing bowl. Gently toss everything together to ensure the fruits are evenly coated with the delicious dressing. 🍨
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, creating a refreshing and flavorful dish. You can even leave it to chill for several hours if you’re preparing it ahead of time.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once chilled, give the Peach and Green Grape Fantasy a gentle stir.
- Spoon it into serving bowls, making sure to include a generous portion of the fruits and the nutty goodness of walnuts in each serving.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint if desired, for a touch of elegance and freshness. 🌿
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Serving Suggestions:
- This delightful fruit salad can be enjoyed on its own as a light and satisfying dessert.
- You can also serve it alongside a scoop of vanilla frozen yogurt or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat.
- For a breakfast twist, spoon it over a bowl of Greek yogurt or oatmeal for a nutritious and flavorful start to your day.
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Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 115
- Total Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 2.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 27.8g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugar: 23g
- Protein: 1.9g
This Peach and Green Grape Fantasy is a celebration of fresh, vibrant flavors that come together harmoniously in every spoonful. Whether you’re enjoying it as a refreshing dessert, a light breakfast, or a healthy snack, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Plus, with its low-calorie and low-fat profile, you can indulge without any guilt! 🌟
So, gather your ingredients, mix up this fruity delight, and treat yourself to a taste of pure summer bliss, any time of the year. 🍑🍇✨
