Most often made with razor-thin slices of beef or fish, think of this Instagram-ready dish as carpaccio for dessert lovers. And since it features slices of vitamin C-rich kiwi, your immune system may benefit as much as your taste buds. You could also sprinkle on some granola and call it breakfast.
Tips
- Skyr yogurt is an Icelandic style of yogurt with a thick texture, a bit like Greek yogurt. It’s now readily available in dairy aisles.
- One recent study found that adding kiwi to your diet may also help improve sleep quality, which plays a role in your overall defence against infections.
Kiwi Carpaccio
Ingredients
- 1 cup (250 mL) plain Greek or Skyr yogurt
- 1 tsp (5 mL) orange zest
- 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract
- 3 Tbsp (45 mL) orange juice
- 1 tsp (5 mL) honey
- 1 tsp (5 mL) grated or finely minced ginger
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) cinnamon
- 2 kiwi, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) sliced unsalted roasted almonds
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) sliced fresh mint
- In bowl, stir together yogurt, orange zest, and vanilla.
Nutrition
Per serving:
- calories155
- protein12g
- fat3g
- saturated fat0g
- trans fat0g
- carbohydrates21g
- sugars15g
- fibre3g
- sodium3mg
Directions
01
In small saucepan, place orange juice, honey, ginger, and cinnamon. Heat over medium-low until honey is liquid. Remove from heat and let cool.
02
To serve, on 2 small serving plates, spread yogurt in a circular motion using back of a spoon. Top yogurt with kiwi slices and drizzle on orange mixture. Scatter on almonds and mint.
Matthew Kadey, MSc, RD
Matthew Kadey is a dietitian, nutrition writer, and recipe developer. He is also the author of Rocket Fuel (VeloPress, 2016) and Muffin Tin Chef (Ulysses Press, 2012).
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