Description
This sunlit, tropical fruit shake is bursting with papaya, banana, and fresh orange juice, creating a naturally sweet, creamy, and vitamin-rich drink. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this refreshing shake is hydrating, immune-boosting, and packed with antioxidants.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups fresh papaya, chilled
- 1 medium banana
- 2 cups fresh-squeezed orange juice (from 1 1/2 navel oranges)
- 1 squirt fresh lime juice (optional)
- Crushed ice (optional)
Instructions
- Juice the Oranges: Squeeze fresh orange juice and set aside.
- Blend Ingredients: In a high-speed blender, combine the papaya, banana, and orange juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add Lime (Optional): For a zesty twist, squeeze in a little fresh lime juice.
- Serve: Pour over crushed ice or enjoy chilled straight from the blender.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, add ½ cup Greek yogurt or coconut milk.
- Swap banana for mango or pineapple for a different tropical twist.
- This smoothie is naturally vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 205 kcal
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg