Lemon Yogurt Cheese Over Summer Fruit
Brighten up your summer desserts with this elegant and refreshing recipe for Lemon Yogurt Cheese Over Summer Fruit! This no-cook dish features creamy homemade yogurt cheese, infused with zesty lemon and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. The yogurt cheese is effortlessly created by straining plain full-fat yogurt overnight, resulting in a luscious, tangy base that pairs perfectly with a medley of vibrant summer fruits—juicy strawberries, sweet blueberries, and tender slices of peach. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh mint leaves, this light and wholesome treat is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for brunches, garden parties, or a healthy after-dinner dessert, this recipe is easy to prepare and highlights the best flavors of the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g plain full-fat yogurt
- 2 lemons
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 piece cheesecloth
- 200 g strawberries
- 150 g blueberries
- 2 peaches
- 6 leaves mint leaves
Instructions
Place a large piece of cheesecloth (double-layered) inside a fine-mesh strainer and set it over a bowl to catch the liquid.
Spoon the plain full-fat yogurt into the cheesecloth evenly, fold the edges over the top, and place a small plate on top to weigh it down.
Refrigerate the setup for at least 8 hours or overnight to let the whey drain out, leaving a thick yogurt cheese behind.
Once the yogurt has thickened, transfer it to a mixing bowl and stir in the zest and juice of two lemons, along with the honey. Mix until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the sweetness if necessary.
Prepare the summer fruits: hull and quarter the strawberries, rinse the blueberries, and slice the peaches into thin wedges.
Arrange the prepared fruits on a serving platter or individual plates, keeping the colors vibrant and inviting.
Top the fruits with dollops of the lemon yogurt cheese, spreading it slightly for a rustic presentation.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.3 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 256 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.6 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.3 g | ||
| Protein | 23.4 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 690 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1731 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
