Smart Summer Sundaes

With traditional ice cream treats, the calories, sugar, and fat can quickly add up when you choose regular ice cream and add high fat candy toppings and sauces. However, with a little creativity, it’s possible to indulge in a delicious cool summer treat that fits into a healthy balanced diet. Check out these recipes from eatingwell.com for ways to enjoy summer desserts without adding excessive calories. As a bonus, you may even squeeze in a few extra vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants!

1. Raspberry-Mango Sundae

Serves 2

Ingredients
• 1/2 cup thawed frozen raspberries
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
• 2 scoops of nonfat vanilla frozen yogurt
• 1/2 mango, diced
• 2 tablespoons chopped toasted nuts

Preparation
1. Puree raspberries, sugar and lemon juice in a blender. Serve over scoops of nonfat vanilla frozen yogurt with mango and nuts.

Nutrition Information:
Per serving : 167 Calories; 2 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 2 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 35 g Carbohydrates; 4 g Protein; 2 g Fiber; 41 mg Sodium; 210 mg Potassium

Source: http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/raspberry_mango_sundae.html

2. Roasted Peach Sundaes

Serves 6

Ingredients
• 3 ripe peaches, halved and pitted
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 3 cups nonfat vanilla frozen yogurt
• 6 gingersnaps, crumbled (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
2. Toss peach halves with brown sugar and lemon juice, and place them cut-side-up on the prepared baking sheet. Roast until the peaches are tender, 20 to 30 minutes. If the juice on the pan begins to burn, add a little water and loosely cover the fruit with foil.
3. Top each peach half with a 1/2-cup scoop of frozen yogurt and a sprinkle of crumbled gingersnaps (if using). Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts:
Per serving : 138 Calories; 0 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 2 mg Cholesterol; 30 g Carbohydrates; 5 g Protein; 1 g Fiber; 64 mg Sodium; 346 mg Potassium

Source: http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/roasted_peach_sundaes.html