Name: Japanese Miso Yogurt Fruit Parfait
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%); 1/2 tsp white miso paste; 1 tsp honey (plus more for drizzling); 3 medium strawberries, hulled and sliced; 1/2 kiwi, peeled and diced; 1/4 cup blueberries; 1 tsp black sesame seeds; 1 tsp sliced almonds (optional, for extra crunch)

Japanese Miso Yogurt Fruit Parfait

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This Japanese Miso Yogurt Fruit Parfait is a quick, sophisticated snack that comes together in just five minutes but delivers a beautifully layered experience. Silky Greek yogurt is subtly enriched with white miso, lending umami complexity that plays off the sweetness of ripe strawberries, tangy kiwi, and juicy blueberries. The parfait is finished with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of toasted black sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. Served in a clear glass, this parfait is as visually enticing as it is flavorful—perfect for when you crave a snack that’s creamy, sweet, salty, and tangy all at once. Pair with green tea for a refreshing, east-meets-west treat.

Ingredients

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk Greek yogurt with white miso paste and 1 tsp honey until smooth and fully combined.
Toast black sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until fragrant (watch closely to avoid burning). Set aside.
In a clear glass or parfait cup, spoon half the miso yogurt mixture into the bottom.
Layer with half the strawberries, kiwi, and blueberries.
Add the remaining yogurt mixture on top of the fruit layer.
Finish with the remaining fruit, arranging attractively for color contrast.
Drizzle a little extra honey over the top.
Sprinkle with toasted black sesame seeds and sliced almonds if using.
Serve immediately for best texture and enjoy with green tea.