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Papaya Breakfast Bowl

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This simple and delicious Papaya Breakfast Bowl has only a few ingredients but is the perfect start to an amazing day. Fresh papaya, Greek yogurt, granola with a squeeze of lime makes this the most delicious breakfast!

A ripe juicy papaya that's been sliced in half. The seeds have been scooped out and a dollop of thick greek yogurt fills the center. The yogurt is topped with granola and a squeeze of lime to make a delicious breakfast bowl. More lime wedges surround the papaya and a whole papaya is in the background.

No time for delicious and healthy breakfast? Only 5 minutes to put together an easy papaya breakfast bowl!

In November we went to Hawaii to visit the kids. If you’ve never been to Hawaii, I must say it’s a magical place that embraces the Aloha Spirit in every part of it’s culture. Life definitely slows down and moves at a slower place.

Our sweet granddaughter is growing up so fast, so mornings were spent on the beach! We’d meet the kids bright and early. Play in the sun and sand before the rays became too intense. My camera was my constant companion as there is beauty around every corner!

A breathtaking view from the lookout at Makapuu. High above the ocean the viewing showcases the green mountains in stark contract to the bright blue ocean. The beautiful blue sky is dotted with white puffy clouds.

A breathtaking view at Makapuu Lookout

A breathtaking view at Makapuu Lookout – the bright green emerald mountain stand in stark contrast to the beautiful blue ocean and sky.

Sunrise at Lanikai Beach shows glimmering sand and sea with the sun just beginning to peak thru the clouds. The ocean waves calmly lap the shore.

Sunrise at Lanikai Beach.

Sunrise at Lanikai Beach shows glimmering sand and sea with the sun just beginning to peak thru the clouds. The ocean waves calmly lap the shore.

A dramatic sunrise at Kaupo Bay with waves crashing again the rocks on the shoreline. Off in the distance beautiful trees are silhouetted again the bright sunrise. Purple clouds dot the sky.

Sunrise at Kaupo Bay

A dramatic sunrise at Kaupo Bay with waves crashing against the rocks on the shoreline. Off in the distance beautiful trees are silhouetted against the bright sunrise. Purple clouds dot the sky.

I love the islands! I took nearly 1000 pictures that week, it has been hard pairing it down to just a few to share with you!

Sunrise on Lanikai Beach. The water sparkles as bright as diamonds with the sky in dark contrast, heavy with clouds. On the beach walks a woman hand in hand with a child.

Grandma Tutu and her best friend walking on the beach!

Maybe just one more! My Granddaughter and I walking hand-in-hand, enjoying the sunrise on Lanikai Beach. The water sparkles as bright as diamonds with the sky in dark contrast, heavy with clouds. Although it was only seven in the morning it was already 75 degrees, the water warm and inviting!

Did you know Tutu means grandparent in Hawaiian? When we were thinking of what we’d want to be called we thought that would be perfect for our little Hawaiian Granddaughter!

Papaya Breakfast Bowl

Ok… why does a Papaya Breakfast Bowl remind me of Hawaii? Our host would stock our room with fresh fruit, locally grown papaya. One morning for breakfast, I looked in our little mini fridge and realized I only had one yogurt container left, but I need to make breakfast for both Dan and I.

I grabbed the papaya and sliced it in half.

A picture of bright orange papaya sliced open showing the bright orange flesh and black seeds.

When you slice open a papaya, the inside has small black seeds.

With a spoon I scooped out the black seeds. The yogurt that we had was a lime yogurt with granola to put on top so I split that between the two of us and topped each with a spoonful of granola. Little did I know it is a thing in Hawaii and I can see why, it’s a perfect breakfast!

Two halves of papaya filled with creamy yogurt and topped with crunchy granola surrounded by wedges of lime.

Sweet papaya, tart greek yogurt and crunchy granola tops this bowl.

Breakfast Bowl – how do you know when a papaya is ready to eat?

  • choose a papaya with a little give when you press with your thumb (similar to an avocado)
  • a ripe papaya will be bright yellow in color
  • when shopping choose a yellow and green papaya, bring it home and let it ripen on the counter
  • if you want a papaya to ripen more quickly, put it in a paper bag for a day or so

Breakfast Bowl – how do you eat a fresh papaya?

  • choose a ripe papaya
  • slice it in half
  • scoop out the seeds with a spoon
  • dig in and enjoy!

Though papaya seeds are edible, (in small amounts) I discard them.

A papaya sliced in half with the seeds discarded. Each half of papaya is topped with greek yogurt and crunchy granola.

Papaya Breakfast Bowl served with lime and topped with granola.

Of course I’m going to tell you to top this papaya bowl with the granola recipe I shared last week! If you have never made homemade granola, once you do you’ll never buy it again! Homemade granola tastes 100 times better than store bought!

Golden papaya topped with thick greek yogurt, crunchy granola surround by wedges of lime.

Grab your spoon, because you’re going to love this easy meal, coming in at less than 300 calories

More easy delicious breakfast recipes to enjoy!

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This simple and delicious Papaya Breakfast Bowl has only a few ingredients but is the perfect start to an amazing day. Fresh juicy papaya, Greek yogurt, granola with a squeeze of lime makes this the most delicious breakfast!

Two halves of papaya filled with creamy yogurt and topped with crunchy granola surrounded by wedges of lime.
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Papaya Breakfast Bowl

This simple and delicious Papaya Breakfast Bowl has only a few ingredients but is the perfect start to an amazing day. Fresh juice papaya, Greek yogurt, granola with a squeeze of lime makes this the most delicious breakfast!

Course Breakfast and Brunch
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 287 kcal
Author Souper Chef Deb

Ingredients

  • 1 papaya ripe
  • 1 cup vanilla yogurt I recommend using Greek yogurt.
  • 1/2 cup granola
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Choose a ripe papaya and slice it in half.

  2. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon.


  3. Fill the cavity with a dollop of tart yogurt.

  4. Top with granola and a squeeze of lime.

Nutrition Facts
Papaya Breakfast Bowl
Amount Per Serving
Calories 287 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 97mg 4%
Potassium 552mg 16%
Total Carbohydrates 48g 16%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Sugars 29g
Protein 10g 20%
Vitamin A 14.8%
Vitamin C 66.5%
Calcium 26.1%
Iron 9.5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

If you’re looking for more delicious breakfast ideas here are a few of my favorites!

Of course you know I’m going to recommend my Avocado Breakfast Toast! One of my very favorites, this toast is delicious and satisfying. Easy too this is perfect for a lazy day breakfast or fancy brunch.

Avocado Toast - Slices of toast are sitting on a white marble counter. They are topped with mashed avocado, tomatoes, sprouts and a runny poached egg. Wedges of bright juicy oranges are in the background.

Avocado Toast Breakfast Sandwich – an easy knock-your-socks-off breakfast done in ten minutes?

Definitely keeping it simple and delicious today – this simple sandwich can be breakfast or lunch! Raw organic honey drizzled over peanut butter – wow! Biting into a Peanut Butter Honey Sandwich is an explosion of flavor!

Thick slices of bread spread with chunky peanut butter topped with drizzles of honey. In the background honey is silhouetted in the windowsill.

Peanut Butter Honey Sandwich

Sliced papayas filled with thick greek yogurt and topped with granola and surrounded by wedges of lime.

Papaya Breakfast Bowl has only a few ingredients but is the perfect start to an amazing day. Fresh juice papaya, Greek yogurt, granola with a squeeze of lime.

Comments

  1. Thanks for the tips on how to tell if a papaya is ripe. It’s so hard to pick fruit out in the store! Always gives me anxiety!

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  4. I grew up eating papaya at least 3 times a week because its so common in my culture. I am so glad to see you love this perfect fruit and absolutely love your recipe for it. I must try using it as a bowl too. What a clever idea.

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Meet Souper Chef Deb

Welcome to Bowl Me Over! My name is Debra and I send warm greetings from sunny California. I am a serious foodie – I’ve been known as the go-to girl in our family for years, catering weddings and anniversary parties and in the summer help cook mountains of food for our family reunions. Often times things I create end up in a bowl, hence the name Bowl Me Over! Learn More . . .