PAPAYA-GINGER SMOOTHIE

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

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Smoothies

Time 5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

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

Steps:

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

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