Papaya Berry Smoothie
Brighten your mornings or refuel after a workout with this refreshing Papaya Berry Smoothie, a vibrant blend of tropical and berry flavors that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Featuring ripe papaya, frozen mixed berries, and creamy banana, this smoothie is packed with antioxidants, fiber, and natural sweetness. Unsweetened almond milk and Greek yogurt add a silky texture and a boost of protein, while a touch of honey or maple syrup lets you customize the sweetness to your liking. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy, no-cook recipe is perfect as a quick breakfast, snack, or post-exercise pick-me-up. Serve it chilled for a rejuvenating sip that’s full of fruity goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe papaya, peeled, seeded, and cubed
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 medium banana, sliced
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of your choice)
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Peel, seed, and cube the ripe papaya. Set aside.
In a blender, combine the papaya, frozen mixed berries, and sliced banana.
Add unsweetened almond milk and plain Greek yogurt to the blender.
If desired, add honey or maple syrup to enhance sweetness.
Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled consistency.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, typically about 1-2 minutes.
Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or maple syrup.
Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
555 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 228 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.9 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 75.6 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 734 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 2172 mg | 46% | |
*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.
