Papaya, Pumpkin Seeds & Yogurt Bowl
Serves
1
Calories
176 kcal
Preparation
10 min
Cooking
0 min
Total
10 min
Meal
Mid Morning
Difficulty
Easy
Protein
7.44 g
Carbs
18.97 g
Fat
8.91 g
Fibre
3.88 g
❤️ Health Benefits
- ✔ Supports digestive health: Papaya provides fibre, while curd contains live cultures that may support a healthy gut microbiome.
- ✔ Provides antioxidants: Papaya supplies vitamin C and carotenoids that help protect cells from oxidative stress.
- ✔ Provides plant protein and healthy fats: Pumpkin seeds add protein, magnesium and unsaturated fats, making the snack more satisfying.
- ✔ Supports bowel regularity: The combination of papaya and chia provides useful dietary fibre.
- ✔ Helps maintain satiety: Yogurt, pumpkin seeds and chia provide protein, fat and fibre, helping this mid-morning snack feel more filling.
🥕 Ingredients
Fruits
- Papaya — 3/4 Cup
Dairy
- Low Fat Curd — 1/3 Cup
बीज
- Roasted Pumpkin Seeds — 1 Tbsp
- Chia Seeds — 1 Tsp
Spices
- Cinnamon Powder — 1/8 Tsp
👨🍳 Instructions
- Wash and dice the ripe papaya into small bite-sized pieces.
- Place the papaya in a serving bowl.
- Add the plain low-fat curd and gently mix.
- Sprinkle the pumpkin seeds and chia seeds over the top.
- Finish with a light dusting of cinnamon.
- Serve immediately.
👩⚕️ Doctor's Tips
- 💡 “Keep the papaya portion moderate and choose plain, unsweetened curd. No sugar, honey or sweetened toppings—the natural sweetness of ripe papaya is enough.”