Spinach Papaya Smoothie
Servings: 1
This sweet and creamy spinach papaya smoothie blends fresh papaya, pineapple, and lime into a smooth, tropical drink with a light citrus finish. The spinach and cucumber keep the flavor clean and refreshing, while ginger adds a gentle zing that brightens every sip. It’s a silky, naturally sweet smoothie that tastes indulgent but feels light and energizing.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup papaya
- ½ cucumber peeled if desired
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 stalk celery
- ¾ cup pineapple frozen
- 1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot fresh
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Instructions
- Place spinach, cucumber, papaya and celery into blender. Blend until smooth. The cucumber should provide enough liquid, but if not, add a little water.
- Add the pineapple, ginger, and lime juice. Blend again until completely smooth.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate in jars with tight-fitting lids for up to 2 days.
Notes
To turn this into a meal replacement smoothie, add 1 scoop of homemade protein powder which adds clean, plant-based protein and healthy fats. Most protein powders have gums, sweeteners and artificial flavors that can cause gut issues that lead to bloating.
Nutrition
Serving: 16oz, Calories: 132kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 36mg, Potassium: 672mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 22g, Vitamin A: 3375IU, Vitamin C: 118mg, Calcium: 84mg, Iron: 2mg
