Light Start Recipe

Prepare yogurt base

In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and slightly glossy. Taste and add up to 1/2 tablespoon more honey if you prefer sweeter.

Add berries

Fold in the sliced strawberries (1/2 cup) and blueberries (1/4 cup) gently so berries are distributed but not crushed. Reserve a few berries to garnish if desired.

Toast oats and nuts (optional)

Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup rolled oats and 1 tablespoon chopped almonds. Toast, stirring frequently, for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool 1 minute.

Stir the toasted oats and almonds into the yogurt-berry mixture along with 1 teaspoon chia seeds and 1 teaspoon ground flaxseed. These add texture, fiber and healthy fats.

Top the bowl with 1/2 sliced banana and the reserved berries. Zest 1/4 teaspoon lemon over the top for brightness (optional).

Garnish with 2 torn mint leaves and, if you like a subtle savory contrast, a tiny pinch (about 1/8 tsp) of ground black pepper across the banana slices. Serve immediately.