Papaya Yogurt Parfait

A Papaya Yogurt Parfait is a light, refreshing layered dessert or breakfast dish made with fresh papaya chunks, creamy yogurt, and often a crunchy element like granola or nuts. While it draws inspiration from global parfait traditions, it is particularly popular in tropical regions where papaya is abundant, such as Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally balanced, offering a good mix of carbohydrates from fruit and yogurt, with a moderate amount of protein from the yogurt. It is an excellent source of vitamins C and A, potassium, and probiotics, with a typical serving containing around 200-300 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	8 g
Carbs	42 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	32 g
Sodium	60 mg
Vitamin C	90 mg
Vitamin A	1050 IU
Potassium	450 mg
Calcium	200 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Folate	55 mcg
Magnesium	30 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents a fusion of the Western yogurt parfait concept with a beloved tropical fruit. Nutritionally, papaya contains the enzyme papain, which can aid digestion, making this a particularly gut-friendly snack when paired with probiotic-rich yogurt.