‘What are the ingredients for this sunflower seed papaya dish’, you might ask? 

The answer to that is in the title. Yep, that’s right – literally only 4 ingredients!

• Papaya
• Sunflower Seeds
• Honey
• Lemon Juice

This recipe proves the saying that less is more. It shouldn’t be possible for a recipe this easy, simple, and quick to taste so good!

This refreshing fruity dish makes a great breakfast, as well as a fantastic dessert. Double win!

It’s honestly the best combination. The nutty, crunchy seeds paired with the fresh lemon juice work wonders with the sweetness of the papaya and honey. 

I learnt this amazing recipe from my mom. She apparently learnt it from a tennis-player friend of hers who once played in the Wimbledon Championships!

How this Papaya Dish is Made

There is really not much to put in this section. This papaya dish is ready in two ticks.

Start off by removing the papaya skin using a knife. Next, halve it lengthwise and remove the seeds. You can use one small papaya, or half a larger one.

Next, slice the papaya thinly crosswise, then arrange prettily on a platter or in a dish.

Toast the sunflower seeds in a pan over medium heat until lightly browned. This will take about 5 minutes. 

With the heat still on, add the honey and mix with the seeds. It will bubble up, kind of like you’re caramelizing the seeds. 

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Lastly, mix in the lemon juice, and turn off the heat. Pour this seed mixture over the papaya immediately, trying to spread it as evenly as possible.

That’s it. That’s all you have to do.

Best recipe ever!

Serving the Sunflower Seed Papaya Dish

The great thing about the recipe is that it makes a delicious dessert, but is healthy enough to have for breakfast as well!

I love it with plain yoghurt, but you could also try it with some vanilla ice cream or cream.

I wouldn’t store this papaya sunflower seed dish because the seeds may lose their lovely crunch. Luckily, there’s no need to make it ahead because of how easy it is!

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Papaya Sunflower Seed Dish

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Breakfast & Dessert

Serves: 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes – Cooking Time: - – Total Time: 10 minutes

Simultaneously the easiest and most delicious recipe you will ever make. This papaya and sunflower seed dish is healthy enough to serve as both a yummy breakfast and a delicious dessert.

Ingredients

• 1 small papaya or ½ large papaya
• ⅓ cup sunflower seeds, toasted
• 1T honey
• juice of 1 lemon (3T)

Instructions

1

Prepare the papaya by removing the skin with a knife, halving it lengthwise, and removing the seeds. Slice the papaya thinly crosswise, then arrange on a platter.

2

Toast the sunflower seeds in a pan over medium heat until lightly browned. This will take about 5 minutes.

3

With the heat still on, add the honey and mix with the seeds. Lastly, mix in the lemon juice, and turn off the heat. Pour this seed mixture over the papaya immediately, trying to spread it as evenly as possible.

Notes

Serve with plain yoghurt, cream, or vanilla ice cream.

For another fruity breakfast/dessert you have got to try out this berry and sago pudding.