African Fruit Slush
Quench your thirst with a vibrant and refreshing African Fruit Slush, a tropical-inspired drink that bursts with the flavors of fresh pineapple, mango, and papaya. Perfect for warm days, this quick and easy recipe combines ripe, juicy fruits with zesty lime juice, naturally sweet honey, and a splash of orange juice for a citrusy twist. Blended to icy perfection with water and plenty of ice cubes, this slushy delight delivers a creamy, thick texture that feels indulgent yet light. Ready in just 15 minutes and served with a garnish of fresh mint leaves for an added hint of freshness, this drink is ideal for summer gatherings or a revitalizing pick-me-up. Treat yourself to this fruity paradise and enjoy the essence of Africa in every sip! Keywords: African fruit slush, tropical drink recipe, refreshing slush, pineapple mango papaya drink, quick summer drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (fresh, diced) pineapple
- 1 large (peeled, pitted, and diced) mango
- 1 cup (fresh, diced) papaya
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 optional (for garnish) fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Start by preparing the fruits. Peel, dice, and measure the pineapple, mango, and papaya. Ensure all fruits are fresh and ripe for the best flavor.
In a blender, combine the diced pineapple (2 cups), mango (1 large), and papaya (1 cup).
Add the orange juice (1 cup), lime juice (2 tablespoons), honey (2 tablespoons), and water (1 cup) to the blender.
Add the ice cubes (2 cups) to the blender to create the slushy texture.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and thick. You may need to pause the blender and stir the mixture occasionally to ensure even blending.
Taste the slush and adjust sweetness by adding a bit more honey if desired.
Pour the African Fruit Slush into glasses and garnish with fresh mint leaves for an extra touch of freshness and presentation (optional).
Serve immediately and enjoy this tropical-inspired treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
644 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.0 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 28 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.3 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 132.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1667 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
