Greek Yogurt Protein Bowl

• 1 cup (245 g) — Plain nonfat Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup (74 g), rinsed and dried — Fresh blueberries
• 1/3 cup (36.7 g) — Plain oat granola, labeled wheat-free and nut-free
• 1 tbsp (10.5 g) — Chia seeds
• 1 tsp (5.3 g) — Unsweetened unsalted almond butter
• 1/4 tsp (0.7 g) — Ground cinnamon

Method

1. 1Prepare the blueberriesRinse the blueberries under cold water, remove any soft berries or stems, and pat the remaining berries completely dry.1 minLook for: The blueberries are dry and firm, so they will not add excess water to the finished bowl.Safety: Use potable water and a clean towel for the ready-to-eat fruit.
2. 2Season the yogurtAdd the Greek yogurt and cinnamon to the serving bowl. Stir for 20 seconds, scraping the bottom and sides.20 secLook for: The yogurt is smooth and evenly speckled with cinnamon, with no dry spice patches.Safety: Keep the yogurt refrigerated until preparation and do not leave the finished bowl at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
3. 3Loosen the almond butterScoop 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon yogurt into the measured almond butter and stir for 30 seconds to loosen it for drizzling.30 secLook for: The almond butter is smooth enough to fall slowly from the spoon instead of sitting in a stiff lump.Safety: Use a clean spoon and check the almond-butter label for tree-nut allergen information.
4. 4Add and hydrate the chiaStir the chia seeds into the cinnamon yogurt for 20 seconds, then leave the bowl undisturbed for 2 minutes so the chia begins to hydrate.2 min 20 secLook for: The chia is evenly dispersed and a spoon drawn through the yogurt leaves a clean trail.Safety: Keep the bowl chilled if preparation pauses.
5. 5Add the blueberriesArrange all of the dry blueberries over one half of the yogurt without pressing them in.30 secLook for: The blueberries form an even layer while remaining whole and dry.Safety: Discard any blueberry that became soft or damaged during rinsing.
6. 6Add the granolaAdd all of the granola beside the blueberries, keeping the two toppings in separate sections.30 secLook for: The granola forms a dry, crisp band and has not been stirred into the yogurt.Safety: Check the granola label for allergens and cross-contact relevant to the diner.
7. 7Finish and serveDrizzle the loosened almond butter across the blueberries and granola. Serve immediately while the yogurt is cold and the granola is crisp.30 secLook for: The almond butter is distributed in a thin drizzle, and each spoonful can include creamy yogurt, fruit, and granola.Safety: This bowl contains milk and almond; check the granola label for any additional allergen or cross-contact statements.