Servings : 2

Minutes : 15

Ingredients : 5

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup Rhubarb (chopped)
• 1 cup Strawberries (sliced)
• 3/4 cup Cashews (soaked for 1 hour and drained)
• 1/2 cup Water
• 1 Banana (large, ripe)

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Place rhubarb and strawberries in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally for about 10 minutes or until rhubarb starts to break down and a sauce starts to form. Turn off the heat and set aside to cool while you prepare the rest.
2. In a blender, combine soaked cashews, water, and banana. Blend very well until smooth and creamy.
3. Divide the stewed strawberry rhubarb between small glasses or jars and spoon the cashew banana cream over the top.
4. Garnish with extra fruit or nuts if desired.
5. Enjoy the delicious and creamy Strawberry Rhubarb Parfait!

Notes:

• Toppings: Sprinkle with shredded coconut, pistachios, slivered almonds, or extra fruit for added texture and flavor.
• More Protein: Boost the protein content by adding protein powder or hemp seeds into the blender before blending the banana cashew cream.
• Chocolate Lover: Satisfy your chocolate cravings by adding cocoa powder into the blender before blending the banana cashew cream.

Nutrition:

• Calories: 385
• Sugar: 14g
• Fat: 24g
• Protein: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Sodium: 13mg
• Monounsaturated Fat: 14g
• Calcium: 96mg
• Carbohydrates: 39g
• Iron: 4mg
• Fiber: 6g

Here are some variations of the Strawberry Rhubarb Parfait recipe:

1. Vegan Yogurt: Instead of using cashew banana cream, you can use your favorite plant-based yogurt like coconut yogurt, almond yogurt, or soy yogurt as the creamy layer.
2. Chia Seeds: For added texture and nutrition, you can sprinkle a layer of chia seed pudding between the stewed strawberry rhubarb and the creamy layer. Simply mix chia seeds with plant-based milk and let it sit to thicken.
3. Nut Butter: Enhance the creaminess and flavor by adding a spoonful of almond butter, peanut butter, or cashew butter to the banana cashew cream mixture.
4. Sweetener Options: Feel free to experiment with different sweeteners like maple syrup, agave nectar, or date syrup, depending on your taste preferences.
5. Nuts and Seeds: Besides garnishing with nuts, you can add a crunchy layer by sprinkling chopped nuts or seeds like walnuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, or sunflower seeds between the layers.
6. Mixed Berries: Instead of using only strawberries, mix in various berries like blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries for a burst of different flavors and colors.
7. Coconut Whipped Cream: For a luscious topping, try using coconut whipped cream instead of cashew banana cream. Whip the solid part of canned coconut milk until fluffy.
8. Granola Layer: Add a layer of granola between the stewed strawberries and the creamy layer for an additional crunch.
9. Mint or Basil: For a refreshing twist, garnish the parfait with fresh mint leaves or basil leaves.
10. Lemon Zest: Add a touch of citrus flavor by sprinkling lemon zest over the creamy layer.
11. Spices: Add a pinch of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom to the stewed strawberry rhubarb for warm, aromatic flavors.
12. Coconut Yogurt Layer: Instead of cashew banana cream, use a layer of coconut yogurt mixed with a little vanilla extract and a sweetener of your choice.