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The Saigon-to-San Juan Dragon Fruit & Minted Passionfruit Breakfast Bowl

The Saigon-to-San Juan Dragon Fruit & Minted Passionfruit Breakfast Bowl

Start your morning with a high-energy culinary passport! Electric pink dragon fruit meets a zesty, mason-jar passionfruit-lime drizzle, cool yogurt, and a crunchy shower of toasted coconut, cacao nibs, and fresh mint.

Chef Mira Lin
Chef Mira Lin
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 3 minutes
2
easy
breakfast
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Timeline

9 minutes
0m5m9m
Toast Coconut and Pepitas
3m
Mix Sweetened Yogurt Base
2m
Shake Passionfruit Drizzle
2m
Prep Dragon Fruit & Mint
2m
Assemble Morning Bowls
2m

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt(can substitute with thick coconut yogurt)
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup(or honey, divided)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large pink dragon fruit (pitaya)(peeled and cubed)
  • 1/4 cup fresh passionfruit pulp(or passionfruit puree)
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice(from 1 juicy lime)
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves(roughly torn)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
  • 2 tbsp cacao nibs(for an antioxidant crunch)
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup(The recipe lists 1 tbsp total, but Step 2 uses 1/2 tbsp and Step 3 uses 1/2 tbsp. This seems correct.)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small dry skillet over medium heat, toast 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes and 2 tbsp raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas) for 2 to 3 minutes, tossing constantly until golden and fragrant. Transfer immediately to a plate to cool.

    3 min

    Tip: Watch coconut flakes closely as they can turn from perfectly toasted to burnt in seconds!

  2. 2

    While the crunchies toast, scoop 1 cup plain Greek yogurt into a bowl and stir together with 1/2 tbsp maple syrup and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract until velvety smooth.

    2 min

    Tip: You can prep this yogurt base directly in your serving bowl to save time on washing dishes.

  3. 3

    In a small mason jar, combine 1/4 cup fresh passionfruit pulp, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp chia seeds, and the remaining 1/2 tbsp maple syrup. Screw the lid on tight and give it an energetic 15-second shake until emulsified.

    2 min

    Tip: The chia seeds will rapidly thicken this vibrant drizzle into a jammy tropical glaze.

  4. 4

    Step up to your cutting board departure gate! Peel and cut 1 large pink dragon fruit (pitaya) into radiant bite-sized cubes. Gently tear 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves.

    2 min

    Tip: Tearing mint with your hands bruised the leaves just enough to release essential aromatic oils without bittering.

  5. 5

    Assemble your morning getaway! Divide the vanilla yogurt base into two bowls. Pile high with 1 large pink dragon fruit (pitaya) cubes, drizzle generously with the passionfruit-lime chia glaze, and crown with toasted coconut, pepitas, 2 tbsp cacao nibs, and torn fresh mint.

    2 min

    Tip: Serve immediately so the toasted toppings stay warm and crispy against the chilled yogurt!

Chef's Notes

Good morning, travelers! This breakfast bowl is inspired by the incredible tropical fruit stands of Southeast Asia and the zesty, sun-drenched flavors of San Juan. If you can't find fresh dragon fruit, check the freezer aisle for frozen pink pitaya packs—just let them thaw for 5 minutes on the counter before chopping!

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does The Saigon-to-San Juan Dragon Fruit & Minted Passionfruit Breakfast Bowl take to make?

The Saigon-to-San Juan Dragon Fruit & Minted Passionfruit Breakfast Bowl takes about 8 minutes total. That includes 5 minutes of prep and 3 minutes of cooking.

How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 2 servings.

What skill level is needed for The Saigon-to-San Juan Dragon Fruit & Minted Passionfruit Breakfast Bowl?

This recipe is rated easy — it's beginner-friendly and straightforward.

What ingredients do I need for The Saigon-to-San Juan Dragon Fruit & Minted Passionfruit Breakfast Bowl?

The main ingredients are: plain Greek yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla extract, pink dragon fruit (pitaya), fresh passionfruit pulp, fresh lime juice, chia seeds, fresh mint leaves, unsweetened coconut flakes, raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas), cacao nibs, maple syrup.

What type of meal is The Saigon-to-San Juan Dragon Fruit & Minted Passionfruit Breakfast Bowl?

The Saigon-to-San Juan Dragon Fruit & Minted Passionfruit Breakfast Bowl is categorized as: breakfast.