Description
A refreshing and nutritious tropical smoothie made with ripe papaya and milk.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe papaya, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup of your preferred milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons agave nectar or sweetener of choice (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Begin by placing the chopped papaya into a blender along with the milk, agave nectar, almond extract, and nutmeg if desired.
- Blend the mixture on high until it reaches a silky-smooth consistency.
- Once blended, taste the smoothie and modify the sweetness by incorporating more agave nectar if needed.
- For a refreshing, frosty beverage, toss in some ice cubes and blend again until the ice is finely crushed and fully mixed in.
- Serve the tropical papaya smoothie in chilled glasses and enjoy right away.
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a banana or a handful of kale to enhance both taste and nutrition.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, substitute the milk with yogurt or include a scoop of protein powder for added benefits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg