Strawberry Compote Greek Yogurt

# What You'll Need:

01 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered

02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

05 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt

06 - 1 tablespoon honey, optional for drizzling

07 - Fresh mint leaves, optional for garnish

01 - In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and lemon juice.

02 - Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until strawberries release their juices and soften, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.

03 - Gently mash some of the strawberries with a fork or potato masher to create a chunky texture.

04 - Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow the compote to cool for 5 to 10 minutes.

05 - Divide Greek yogurt evenly among four bowls or serving glasses.

06 - Spoon the strawberry compote over the yogurt.

07 - Drizzle with honey and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.

01 -

It's ready in under 30 minutes, which means you can satisfy a dessert craving without the guilt of elaborate baking.
The sweet-tart balance tastes like summer in a bowl, and honestly, it's hard to mess up once you understand the basic technique.
Greek yogurt keeps it protein-rich and creamy, so this works beautifully as breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a light ending to dinner.

02 -

Don't skip the lemon juice—I made this once without it out of stubbornness, and the compote tasted dull and overly sweet; the acid is what makes everything come alive.
If you're making this ahead, let the compote cool completely before storing it in the fridge, as warm compote will make the yogurt weep and separate.

03 -

The compote thickens as it cools, so if it seems too runny when you're pulling it off the heat, don't panic; it will set up beautifully within an hour.
A tiny pinch of salt stirred into the compote at the very end heightens the strawberry flavor in a way that's subtle but undeniable.