Papaya-Ginger Smoothie

Submitted by Sharon123

"This is a bright, fresh smoothie, that is enhanced by adding mint. Enjoy! Adapted from Whole Living."

 

• Ready In: 5mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 cups papayas, chunks
• 1 cup ice cube
• 2⁄3 cup nonfat plain yogurt (or soy yogurt or silken tofu)
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 lemons, juice of
• 16 fresh mint leaves, plus 4 sprigs for garnish

directions

1. Refrigerate papaya until very cold, at least 1 hour or overnight.
2. Blend papaya, ice, yogurt, ginger, honey, and lemon juice in a blender.
3. Add up to 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until mixture is smooth and thinned to desired consistency.
4. Blend in mint leaves.
5. Garnish with mint sprigs.

Reviews

[djholmen]

Fresh and nutritious! Mint is essential for this smoothie! I love the little kick from the ginger, too!

 

[JackieOhNo!]

I was pleasantly surprised with how much I loved this smoothie! I was a little hesitant about the mint leaves, but that's what really brought this smoothie alive! The mint complemented the ginger and papaya so well. I made this exactly as posted, except I used kefir in place of the yogurt. Thanks for sharing this unexpected delight! Made for Please Review My Recipe Tag Game.