Dessert Recipes
Simply Sublime Sandesh Mithai
Desserts can in fact be made to be healthy and satisfying, This Sandesh Mithai contains ricotta cheese, which is a good source of low-fat protein, and it contains some calcium. Pistachio nuts contain healthy fats and are rich in lutein and zeaxanthin, which are important antioxidants for eye health. Try out this very easy Indian dessert, usually enjoyed during Diwali.
Nutrition Information
Energy
143 kcal
Protein
8 g
Carbs
10.9 g
Sugar
6.3 g
Fat
8 g
Fibre
1 g
Serves: 4 servings
Portion size: 1 unit
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 120 minutes
Equipment
Custting Board Knife Small Mixing Bowl
Griddle Pan Serving plate
Ingredients
2 tsp Liviana™ CBD-Infused Honey
5 strands of saffron
2 tbsp water
1 tsp lemon juice
½ pineapple
1 cup ricotta
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp cranberries
2 tbsp pistachio
Edible flowers for garnish
Slice of lemon for garnish
Method
- Add the Liviana™ CBD-Infused honey, saffron, water and lemon juice to a small mixing bowl. Stir and set aside
- Peel the pineapple and slice 4 x 1 cm-thick slices from it.
- Slice the ricotta into 0.5 cm circular slices.
- Place the pineapple in a griddle pan over a very high heat. Grill for 1 minute on each side.
- Place the pineapple on a serving plate. Put the ricotta on top of the pineapple. Drizzle the honey mixture over the ricotta.
- Garnish with cranberries, pistachios and edible flowers for the perfect Diwali dessert. Serve with a slice of lemon.
Disclaimer
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Wilna Eksteen
Registered Dietitian
