Pear, Ricotta & Walnut Bowl

A creamy-crunchy Low GI treat for your solo snacking moments

Let’s talk snacks.
Not the ones that leave you hungrier 10 minutes later, but the kind that fills you up and keeps your blood sugar on an even keel. Enter: the Pear, Ricotta & Walnut Bowl — your new go-to for a satisfying afternoon recharge or a light, refreshing breakfast. It’s creamy, crunchy, and just sweet enough to hit the spot without the spike.

🥗 What makes this Low GI?

Pears, especially when they’re firm (not fully ripe), are naturally low on the glycaemic index thanks to their high fibre content.
Ricotta cheese is light, rich in protein, and doesn’t come with the saturated fat overload of some other cheeses.
Walnuts and optional chia seeds bring fibre and healthy fats to the party, which help slow down the digestion of sugars — making this a sustained energy snack instead of a sugar crash trap.

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 1)

1 firm pear, sliced
¼ cup smooth ricotta
1 tbsp walnuts, chopped
Drizzle of cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg
Optional: 1 tsp chia seeds for extra fibre and crunch

🍽️ How to Make It

Slice the pear into thin wedges and lay them in a small bowl.
Dollop the ricotta over the pear, or go wild and spread it underneath for a creamy base layer.
Sprinkle the chopped walnuts evenly across the top.
Dust with cinnamon or nutmeg, depending on your spice vibe today.
Add chia seeds if you’re feeling fancy and fibre-focused.
Enjoy immediately — no reheating, no fuss, and just one dish to clean. (Winning.)

🕒 Best Time to Enjoy

This is ideal as a mid-afternoon snack to tide you over until dinner without spiking your blood sugar. It’s also great as a light breakfast when you don’t want anything too heavy but still need lasting fuel.

💡 Bonus Tips for Low GI Solo Cooking

Buy pears slightly underripe and let them sit on the bench — this lets you control the sugar content.
Ricotta is your creamy bestie — use it in sweet or savoury Low GI meals.
Chop your nuts in batches and store them in airtight jars so they’re ready to sprinkle anytime you need a texture boost.