Papaya Mooed Smoothie
Refreshing and tropically delicious, the Papaya Mooed Smoothie is a creamy blend of ripe papaya, banana, and Greek yogurt, elevated with a splash of lime juice for a zingy twist. Perfectly balanced with unsweetened almond milk and optional honey for natural sweetness, this easy-to-make smoothie is a quick, nutrient-packed treat ready in just 10 minutes. The addition of ice cubes creates a velvety, chilled texture that’s ideal for warm weather or a morning energy boost. Packed with vitamins and protein, this vibrant smoothie is served best fresh and can be garnished with a lime wedge or chia seeds for a nutritious flourish. Whether you’re searching for a healthy breakfast, post-workout snack, or tropical indulgence, this Papaya Mooed Smoothie will bring brightness and flavor to your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium-sized ripe papaya
- 1 large ripe banana
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or preferred milk)
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 5 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Peel the papaya, scoop out the seeds, and dice the flesh into small chunks.
Peel the banana and slice it into pieces for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the diced papaya, sliced banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, lime juice, and honey (if using).
Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled and refreshing texture.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired. Blend again briefly to incorporate.
Pour the smoothie into glasses, garnish with a small wedge of lime or a sprinkle of chia seeds if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.0 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 279 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.0 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.1 g | ||
| Protein | 20.8 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 718 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 1830 mg | 39% | |
*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.
