Recipe: Lemon Yogurt

The weather is warming up (in most parts of the country) and one of the signature tastes of the season is refreshing Lemon. There is just something about the tangy, yet sweet, taste of citrus that cools the palate and evokes relaxation. After all, isn't sitting on a warm porch sipping lemonade about as iconic as you can get when it comes to summertime?

In my days thus far, I have stumbled upon very, very few little ones that can turn up their tiny noses at yogurt. It seems to be a fan favorite and serves as a perfect compliment to a main dish, a snack, or even as a full meal on those tough teething days (been there....). So, today, we share with you a delightfully simple recipe that combines these two treats and is sure to make your taste buds do a little dance as well.

Lemon Yogurt

 

Mama Chef Extraordinaire: Erika at Squooshi (www.squooshi.com)

 

When to Introduce: As early as 6-9 months! Be sure to select ingredients that are age appropriate for your little one. Goat versus Cow milk yogurt, honey versus agave for sweetener etc. Remember, do not give infants under one year of age honey! If you have concerns, always be sure to consult a pediatrician.

 

Why we Love It:  It is delightfully refreshing and quiets those sweet-loving taste buds just enough when a craving hits. Yogurt is packed with calcium and protein and provides a more complete nutritional combo than one may expect. And, it is ridiculously simple to prepare. What is there not to love about this dish?

 

Ingredients: 

approx 1/2 cup yogurt
1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice, plus a little more to your taste
1/4 tsp local honey (or other age-appropriate sweetener)

 

Directions: 

  1. Place ingredients in bowl and stir.

2. Enjoy!

 

Servings: This will make about 1/2 cup of  Yumminess! The math is simple on this one, so feel free to double, triple, or octuple (not sure if that is a word)....