Papaya Banana Smoothies
Brighten your mornings or refresh your afternoons with this irresistibly creamy Papaya Banana Smoothie! Bursting with tropical flavors, this wholesome blend combines sweet, ripe papaya and banana with rich Greek yogurt for a creamy, protein-packed base. A splash of milk keeps it light and silky, while a drizzle of honey and a squeeze of optional lime juice add subtle sweetness and a zing of citrusy brightness. Perfectly chilled with a handful of ice cubes, this quick and easy smoothie is ready in just 5 minutes and makes an ideal healthy breakfast, post-workout snack, or midday treat. Garnish with a lime slice or chia seeds for a finishing touch that looks as good as it tastes! Whether you’re a smoothie lover or trying something new, this tropical delight is sure to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (ripe, peeled, seeded, and chopped) Papaya
- 1 large (ripe, peeled) Banana
- 1 cup (plain, unsweetened) Greek yogurt
- 1 cup (dairy or plant-based) Milk
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 5 Ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon (optional for added brightness) Lime juice
Instructions
Peel and chop the papaya into medium-sized chunks. Peel the banana and set both fruits aside.
In a blender, combine the chopped papaya, banana, Greek yogurt, and milk.
Add honey and lime juice (if using) to the blender for a touch of sweetness and brightness.
Toss in the ice cubes to give the smoothie a chilled, refreshing texture.
Blend everything on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if necessary. Blend again briefly if additional ingredients are added.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a thin slice of lime or a sprinkle of chia seeds for extra texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
807 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.7 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 236 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.0 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.1 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 115.7 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 640 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 2446 mg | 52% | |
*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.
