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! This was my very first parfait, but definitely not my last…..
I served them in 14.75 oz wine goblets, because they were the only glasses that I could find at Target. It only made 3 parfaits….so plan your glassware accordingly. It would also be very simple to cut the recipe in half if your only need 2. Adjust the measurements for the honey and vanilla according to your taste preferences!
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!
How to make Papaya Mango Parfait:
Mix the yogurt, honey and vanilla together until smooth and well combined.
Spoon yogurt into the bottom of a glass, or bowl.
Add 2 Tablespoons of granola.
Add papaya and mango chunks.
Cover with additional yogurt mixture.
Top with 2 Tablespoons of granola and any remaining papaya and mango. Garnish with mint leaves if desired.
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!
This month’s Cooking with Astrology – Leo meal:
Cucumber and Yogurt Dip {tzatziki}
Next month…..Virgo. Enjoy!!
Papaya Mango Parfait
Ingredients
- 17.6 ounces Fage Greek yogurt
- 2 Tablespoons pure vanilla extract
- 6 Tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup granola
- 2 cups papaya chunks
- 2 cups mango chunks
Instructions
- Mix the yogurt, honey and vanilla together until smooth and well combined.
- Spoon yogurt into the bottom of a glass, or bowl.
- Add 2 Tablespoons of granola.
- Add papaya and mango chunks.
- Cover with additional yogurt mixture.
- Top with 2 Tablespoons of granola and any remaining papaya and mango. Garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition
This is an amazing dessert and so pretty looking! PINNED!
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!
I love papaya and mango! Your recipe is pinned and I can’t wait to make it when our summer starts 🙂
Absolutely gorgeous! Came across it on link parties at Spatulas on Parade and Who Needs a Cape.
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
Wow, this Looks so scrumptious… Thanks for sharing Lisa
Looks good, Lisa! Pinned and buffered. Have a great week!
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
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
Heavens to mergatroid! Pinning!!!
I love both papaya and mango. And, everything taste better in a wine/parfait glass.
Wait… how did I miss this??? YUM!! Pinning and sharing!! xoxo
Oh, I’m speechless so will just pin this! :)) Thanks, Lisa!
For your first parfait, wow! I can’t wait to give these a try. Thank you for bringing it by Foodie Friday
Beautiful presentation & yummy fruits! Thanks for sharing at Sweet & Savory Saturdays #24!
~Amber @ Dessert Now, Dinner Later!
This looks super yummy! I’m also pinning this 🙂
I love granola and yogurt together. And the fact that it has mango?? YUM! 🙂
Such a beautiful parfait, Lisa!