Melon Papaya Batido
Quench your thirst with the tropical delight of a Melon Papaya Batido, a luscious Latin-inspired fruit smoothie that’s as refreshing as it is nourishing. Bursting with the natural sweetness of diced cantaloupe and papaya, this creamy blend features a hint of honey for added depth, a splash of lime juice for a zesty twist, and a whisper of vanilla extract for a mellow finish. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this vibrant batido combines milk and ice cubes to create a smooth, chilled beverage perfect for warm days. Packed with vitamins and tropical flavors, it’s an irresistible treat that’s easy to make and ideal for breakfast, a quick snack, or a post-workout boost. Serve it in tall glasses, garnished with papaya cubes or a lime wedge, for a drink that’s as beautiful as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (diced) Cantaloupe melon
- 2 cups (diced) Papaya
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 teaspoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the cantaloupe and papaya by removing the seeds and skin. Dice the flesh into small cubes.
In a blender, combine the diced cantaloupe, papaya, milk, ice cubes, honey, lime juice, and vanilla extract.
Blend the mixture on high until it becomes smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
Taste the batido and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
Pour the batido into two tall glasses and serve immediately for optimal freshness and flavor.
Optionally, garnish with a small slice of lime or a few papaya cubes on the rim of each glass.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.5 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 158 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 100.8 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.8 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 394 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1655 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.
