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Start your morning off with this luscious Papaya Mango Yogurt Parfait with Greek yogurt, slightly sweet and crunchy granola, honey, and of course chunks of tropical papaya and mango!
It is super easy to make and can be made ahead of time for a delicious, ready-to go breakfast.
Images updated and recipe scaled down on April 4, 2022
Recipe inspiration
Cooking with Astrology "Leo" is coming to a close with this delicious Papaya Mango Parfait. It was inspired by the sunshine colors of papayas and mangoes, and continued the Greek theme with thick, rich Greek yogurt!
I originally served them in 14.75 oz wine goblets, because they were the only glasses that I could find at Target. I have come back in and made fruit and yogurt parfaits that are more in line with dietary guidelines. The calorie and carbohydrate counts dropped in half!
No, this post is not sponsored by FAGE.....it just happens to be the yogurt that I like and I know that I can eat it (lactose-intolerant) without any issues!
Ingredients needed
- Greek yogurt - full-fat, 2% or non-fat
- Honey to sweeten and pure vanilla extract to flavor the yogurt
- Granola - I used Homemade Vanilla Almond Granola but store-bought will work as well. For even more tropical flavor try the Pina Colada Granola!
- Fresh papaya and mango. The papaya shown above is a "green" papaya. Yellow/red flesh papaya was not available.
Be sure to check out the detailed printable recipe card below
How to make Papaya Mango Parfait
Mix the yogurt, honey and vanilla together until smooth and well combined.
Spoon 0.25 cup of yogurt into the bottom of a glass, or small bowl.
Sprinkle .25 cup of granola over the yogurt.
Top with the papaya and mango chunks.
Serve immediately or cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Recipe Notes & Tips
- For vegan parfaits - use coconut yogurt and substitute agave nectar or maple syrup for the honey.
- These parfaits are gluten-free if using certified gluten-free oats. Double-check the package if needed.
- If using flavored yogurt, skip the vanilla and probably the honey. Check the label to see if sugar has been added.
This month's Cooking with Astrology - Leo meal
Since we are looking out for our Leo friend's heart, I chose a vanilla, almond organic granola. We could all use the heart healthy benefits of the entire Leo meal! Almonds are packed with fiber, plant omega-3's, calcium, folic acid, phytosterols, vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium. The papaya is packed with vitamins A, C, E, and K, which are all antioxidants that benefit the cardiovascular system and prevent atherosclerosis.
The tomatoes in the Tomato Pilaf are extremely high in vitamin C and a good source of vitamins A and K. Tomatoes are also loaded with lycopene, an antioxidant that prevents heart disease. Yes, there is a method to my madness!
Tools used to create this recipe
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- Small Dessert Glasses aka martini glasses
- Pure Vanilla Extract
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Silicone Spatula
- Cutting Board & Chefs Knife - I use the 4-inch utility knife from the set.
Have you tried the Papaya Mango Salsa yet? It is delicious on top of seafood!
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Enjoy!!
Papaya Mango Parfait
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt I used Fage 5%
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 cup granola
- 1 cup papaya chunks
- 1 cup mango chunks
Instructions
- Mix the yogurt, honey and vanilla together until smooth and well combined.
- Spoon 0.25 cup of yogurt into the bottom of a glass, or small bowl.
- Sprinkle .25 cup of granola over the yogurt then top with chunks of papaya and mango.
- Serve immediately or cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- For vegan parfaits - use coconut yogurt and substitute agave nectar or maple syrup for the honey.
- These parfaits are gluten-free if using certified gluten-free oats. Double-check the package if needed.
- If using flavored yogurt, skip the vanilla and probably the honey. Check the label to see if sugar has been added.
- Substitute thawed, frozen papaya and mango chunks if fresh is not available.
- Homemade Vanilla Almond Granola & Homemade Pina Colada Granola.
Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
This is an amazing dessert and so pretty looking! PINNED!
Lizy @ http://justdipitinchocolate.blogspot.com/ says
Hi Lisa, you got another hit in your hands girl, this looks delicious...I might change the papaya for something else...I don't eat papaya, but mangoes I love! Thanks for sharing. I came to visit you via the Tumbleweed Contessa's Party!
Linda@With A Blast says
I love papaya and mango! Your recipe is pinned and I can't wait to make it when our summer starts 🙂
Tunazzina says
Absolutely gorgeous! Came across it on link parties at Spatulas on Parade and Who Needs a Cape.
Cindy Eikenberg says
Lisa, this looks amazing!!! I absolutely love papaya and mango - this is like a little trip to the islands! 🙂 Thanks for sharing and pinning! xoxo
Mercy Gallardo says
Wow, this Looks so scrumptious... Thanks for sharing Lisa
Julie @ This Gal Cooks says
Looks good, Lisa! Pinned and buffered. Have a great week!
Catherine says
Dear Lisa, I love this...so refreshing and healthy. Papaya is one of my favorites, and I have not had it in quite some time. Blessings, Catherine xo
Lori@Lori's Culinary Creations says
I've been cooking/creating with Mango's a lot lately and so happy I found this. I found you over at Two Cup Tuesdays and love your recipes!! I am co-hosting Tasty Tuesdays this week and would love for you to link up this recipe.
Lori
Lori’s Culinary Creations
Mary Beth @ Cupcakes and Crinoline says
Heavens to mergatroid! Pinning!!!
Madonna/aka/Ms. Lemon says
I love both papaya and mango. And, everything taste better in a wine/parfait glass.
Claire @ A Little Claireification says
Wait… how did I miss this??? YUM!! Pinning and sharing!! xoxo
Gardenchef's Needle and Pen says
Oh, I'm speechless so will just pin this! :)) Thanks, Lisa!
Adelina Priddis says
For your first parfait, wow! I can't wait to give these a try. Thank you for bringing it by Foodie Friday
Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later! says
Beautiful presentation & yummy fruits! Thanks for sharing at Sweet & Savory Saturdays #24!
~Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later!
Ashley says
This looks super yummy! I'm also pinning this 🙂
Julie says
I love granola and yogurt together. And the fact that it has mango?? YUM! 🙂
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
Such a beautiful parfait, Lisa!