Papaya Ginger Smoothie
Refresh your day with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Papaya Ginger Smoothie, a tropical blend that's as delicious as it is healthy. Featuring the naturally sweet and creamy flavor of ripe papaya, paired with the zesty zing of fresh ginger, this smoothie is a perfect balance of taste and wellness. A splash of orange juice and a dollop of Greek yogurt add a tangy richness, while optional honey or maple syrup allows you to customize the sweetness to your liking. Ready in just 10 minutes, this smoothie is ideal for busy mornings or a rejuvenating mid-day pick-me-up. Served ice-cold, it’s a refreshing way to fuel your body with antioxidants, vitamins, and probiotics. Try this easy-to-make tropical treat today—it’s a step toward sipping your way to good health!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized (around 500 grams) Papaya
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
- 1 medium-sized Banana
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon (optional, to taste) Honey or maple syrup
- 5 pieces Ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the papaya, remove the seeds, and roughly chop it into chunks.
Peel the banana and break it into pieces.
Peel and finely grate the fresh ginger.
In a blender, add the papaya chunks, banana pieces, grated ginger, orange juice, Greek yogurt, and honey or maple syrup if using.
Add the ice cubes to the blender.
Blend all ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy. If the consistency is too thick, add a bit more orange juice and blend again.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness with additional honey or maple syrup if desired.
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a small slice of papaya or a sprinkle of grated ginger for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
679 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 122 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.4 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.6 g | ||
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 2045 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.
