Cherry and Papaya Smoothie
Refreshing, tropical, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Cherry and Papaya Smoothie is a quick and healthy way to fuel your day. Made with juicy fresh cherries, sweet ripe papaya, and creamy banana, this smoothie is naturally packed with antioxidants and essential nutrients. The addition of orange juice brightens the flavors, while an optional swirl of Greek yogurt lends a creamy texture and a boost of protein. Customize your sweetness with a touch of honey or maple syrup, and blend with ice for an irresistibly smooth and frosty treat. Ready in just 10 minutes, this smoothie is a perfect breakfast option, post-workout refresher, or midday pick-me-up. Garnish with a cherry or papaya slice for a beautiful finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted)
- 1 cup ripe papaya (peeled, seeded, and diced)
- 1 large banana (ripe, peeled)
- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed or store-bought)
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
Gather all the ingredients and ensure the cherries are pitted and the papaya is peeled, seeded, and diced.
Add the fresh cherries, diced papaya, banana, orange juice, and Greek yogurt (if using) to a high-speed blender.
If you prefer a sweeter smoothie, add honey or maple syrup to taste.
Add the ice cubes to the blender.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Pause midway to scrape down the sides of the blender if needed.
Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately.
Optional: Garnish with a cherry or a small slice of papaya for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 59 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.3 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.3 g | ||
| Protein | 20.3 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 2086 mg | 44% | |
*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.
