Cucumber-Papaya Smoothie Recipe
If you can get past the color of this smoothie, you will enjoy a refreshing and tasty blend of crisp cucumber and tropical papaya. It’s a refreshing drink on a warm summer day. Cucumbers are a good source of beta-carotene and vitamin C and are an excellent source of dietary fiber. Papayas are rich in antioxidants and the enzyme papain, which helps promote digestive health.
Cucumber-Papaya Smoothie Recipe
- 1 medium organic cucumber with peel
- ½ large ripe papaya
- 1/4 avocado
- 4-6 ounces of filtered water
- A few ice cubes to chill, optional
Blend on high for 30 seconds until smooth. I added a couple slices of ripe avocado to make the smoothie creamier since both cucumber and papaya are water-rich fruits.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 104
Fat: 0g
Protein: 2g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Calcium: 8% Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)
Iron: 6% RDA
Vitamin A: 85% RDA
Vitamin C: 137% RDA
This smoothie is also a good source of folate, lycopene, vitamin B5, and vitamin K.
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