Healthy Lemon Mousse

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Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup low-GI sugar
  • 2 tsp powdered gelatine
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 1/2 cups low-kilojoule plain yoghurt
  • 1/2 lemon, juice and

Instructions

  1. Using a small blender or a pestle and mortar, grind low-GI sugar into a fine powder.
  2. Combine 2tbsp of boiling water and gelatine in a small jug and stir until dissolved. Set aside.
  3. Using an electric mixer, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add ground sugar, beating until thick and glossy.
  4. Combine yoghurt, lemon zest and juice in a bowl.
  5. Whisk in gelatine mixture, then fold in egg white mixture until combined. Spoon into 6 dishes, then cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours until set.
  6. Decorate mousse with extra zest and serve with raspberries (if using). SERVES 6

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

144 kcal 7% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 21.2g 42% DV
Total Fat 0.2g
Carbs 14.2g 5% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 1.4g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 323.8mg 14% DV
Potassium 523.8mg 11% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.7mg 11% DV
Calcium 37.8mg 3% DV
Iron 2.2mg 12% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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