Low Fat Aletria
Discover the lighter side of a classic Portuguese dessert with this Low Fat Aletria recipe! Featuring tender vermicelli pasta simmered in a fragrant blend of low-fat milk, cinnamon, and lemon peel, this dish delivers the same creamy comfort you love with a healthier twist. A touch of vanilla enhances the delicate sweetness, while a pinch of ground cinnamon creates the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this guilt-free version is ideal for clean eating enthusiasts or anyone craving a dessert that feels indulgent but isn’t heavy. Serve warm or chilled for a versatile treat that’s sure to delight family and friends. Keywords: Low Fat Aletria, healthy dessert recipe, Portuguese vermicelli pudding, quick and creamy dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams vermicelli pasta
- 500 milliliters low-fat milk
- 300 milliliters water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 strip lemon peel
- 50 grams sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine water, low-fat milk, a cinnamon stick, and a strip of lemon peel. Place over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil.
Once boiling, add a pinch of salt and the vermicelli pasta. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the pasta is tender.
Lower the heat to medium-low, remove the cinnamon stick and lemon peel, and add in the sugar. Stir well until completely dissolved.
In a small bowl, beat the egg and then temper it by slowly adding a few tablespoons of the hot milk mixture while continuously whisking to prevent curdling.
Gradually add the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan, stirring constantly. Add the vanilla extract.
Continue to cook the mixture over low heat for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring it thickens slightly and becomes creamy, but make sure it does not boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Allow the aletria to cool slightly before transferring it to a serving dish or individual bowls.
Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the top for garnish and flavor. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1103 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.4 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.6 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 236 mg | 79% | |
| Sodium | 500 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.5 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.3 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.5 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 761 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 269 mg | 6% | |
*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.
