PAPAYA PINEAPPLE SMOOTHIE

Papaya Pineapple Smoothie image

Yield makes 3 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup chopped papaya
2 cups chopped fresh pineapple
8 ice cubes
1 cup rice milk or almond milk
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon finely ground flaxseeds
1/2 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice
1/2 teaspoon maple syrup

Steps:

Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Serve immediately.
variation
Add 1 tablespoon of unrefined virgin coconut oil for additional healthy fat and calories.
For more protein, add a scoop of whey protein powder.
If you use frozen fruit, leave out the ice cubes as the smoothie will be thick enough without them.
storage
Store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for 2 days. Shake well again before serving.
nutrition information
(per serving)
Calories: 125
Total Fat: 4.7g (2.8g saturated, 0.7g monounsaturated)
Carbohydrates: 21g
Protein: 2g
Fiber: 2g
Sodium: 20mg
CULINARY RX
Papayas have vitamin C, which is an antioxidant and may also reduce absorption of cancer-causing nitrosamines. They also contain folic acid, which has been shown to minimize cervical dysplasia and certain cancers.