RECIPES
Papaya, Yogurt and Peppermint Smoothie
by Livestrong_Recipes | Oct 17, 2018
Photo Credit: Jenna Butler
- PREP
- 05 m
- COOK
- 0 m
- TOTAL
- 05 m
This tropical mint smoothie tastes so refreshing that you’ll imagine you’ve been transported to a remote island paradise. Packed with vitamin C, papaya contains an enzyme called papain, which helps you break down difficult-to-digest foods, preventing inflammation and belly bloat.
INGREDIENTS
SERVES 1
- 1 1/4 cups Fresh Papaya, Edible Portion
- 1/4 cup Greek Nonfat Yogurt, Plain
- 1/4 cup Nonfat Milk
- 9 leaves Peppermint, fresh
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Lime Juice
- 4 Ice Cube
- 1/2 tsp Chia Seed
DIRECTIONS
1
Deseed and chop the papaya.
2
In a blender, combine the chopped papaya, Greek yogurt, milk, peppermint, honey, lime juice, and ice and blend until smooth and creamy.
3
Stir in the chia seeds, and pour into a glass. Top with a fresh mint leaf and serve.
