High Energy Papaya Drink
Revitalize your day with this High Energy Papaya Drink, a nutrient-packed powerhouse perfect for a morning boost or post-workout refreshment! Bursting with the tropical sweetness of ripe papaya and banana, this creamy blend gains a zesty kick from freshly squeezed orange juice, while almond milk adds a luscious, dairy-free base. Chia seeds provide a superfood punch, delivering fiber, omega-3s, and sustained energy, making this drink as nourishing as it is delicious. Optional honey adds a touch of natural sweetness, and a handful of ice cubes ensures an irresistibly chilled and frothy texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this healthy papaya smoothie is a refreshing, hydrating treat that’s ideal for busy mornings or a quick energy boost on the go!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (diced) ripe papaya
- 1 medium banana
- 1 cup almond milk
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the papaya, remove the seeds, and dice it into small cubes to measure 2 cups.
Peel the banana and break it into small chunks.
In a blender, combine the diced papaya, banana, almond milk, orange juice, chia seeds, and honey (if using).
Add 4 ice cubes to the blender for a chilled and frothy texture.
Blend the ingredients on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste the drink and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if needed.
Pour the drink into glasses and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a few chia seeds or a slice of papaya on the rim of the glass.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
591 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.2 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 177 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.8 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 587 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1965 mg | 42% | |
*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.
