Papaya Berry Smoothie

Submitted by Rita1652

"Papaya's are rich in antioxidants. Contains many minerals a good source of potassium & magnesium. When they are green they contain a good source of papain a protein-digesting enzyme similar to bromelain. Which is used in meat tenderizers. Berries are a good source of anticancer compound ellagic acid. Studies have shown those that ate strawberries were 3 times less likely to develop cancer then those that didn't eat them."

 

• Ready In: 5mins
• Ingredients: 4
• Serves: 1

ingredients

• 1 cup papaya, peeled and seeded
• 1 cup frozen mixed berries
• 1⁄2 cup skim milk or 1/2 cup soymilk
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional)

directions

1. Place all in blender till smooth and creamy. To your health! Enjoy!

Reviews

[Mia in Germany]

Fantastic - matches exactly my requirements for low fructose! I used rice milk and added 1 teaspoon tahini for creaminess. No sweetener necessary, the papaya really is sweet enough. For the berries I used sour cherries, cranberries and blueberries. This definitely is a keeper - thanks for sharing! Made for POOL PARTY TAG GAME.

 

[Emily Elizabeth]

Sweet, creamy and smooth. Be sure you have a ripe papaya (slightly soft when squeezed) and that you cut off the bitter ends and skin). I love that Rita gives nutrition information in the description!

 

[CiaoBella]

Yummy. I changed by adding 1 c. fat-free plain yogurt, and did not use the honey since the mixed berries are sweet enough. Add more milk until you get your desired consistency. Great breakfast drink!

 

[White Rose Child]

Faaab! I actually like papaya in this... I added the honey, half a frozen banana and had to use a lot of extra soymilk and water. My food processor's quite powerful, but I think my papaya chunks were REALLY firmly frozen. Will repeat this one, thanks!

 

[Sydney Mike]

Used my usual mix of frozen blueberries, raspberries & marionberries for this recipe, omitted the honey & used skim milk along with a nicely ripe papaya! Rita, YOUR BEVERAGE RECIPES ARE GREAT! Thanks for sharing! [Tagged, made & reviewed for a teammate in our raw food group in the Vegetarian/Vegan Recipe Swap]