Hydrating Papaya Avocado Smoothie

By Sabrina A. Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLM

Recipe Description:

Indulge in this delicious and hydrating smoothie, ideal as a quick snack between meals. Inclusive of skin-nourishing nutrients, this recipe offers a refreshing blend of ingredients that benefit you inside and out. The star ingredient, fresh avocado, provides 4% of the Daily Value of vitamin C, 6% each of the Daily Value of vitamin E and niacin. It not only adds a creamy texture, but is also 79% water content and fiber, for a boost of hydration. With the vibrant flavors of papaya, orange, and lime, each sip delivers a burst of coolness, making it a go-to recipe.

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Servings:

  • Recipe serving size: 1 cup
  • Number of servings:

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium orange, peeled and sliced
  • 2 limes, peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 ripe, fresh avocado, halved, pitted, and peeled
  • 3 cups papaya, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 1-inch knob of ginger, peeled
  • 1/2 tsp. dry turmeric powder
  • 1/8 tsp. black pepper, ground
  • pinch of kosher salt
  • 2 cups ice

Instructions:

  1. Place all ingredients into blender in order listed above.
  2. Blend on high, or by pressing the smoothie setting, until fully blended, creamy, and smooth.
  3. Pour into cups and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

4 servings per recipe
Serving Size 1 cup (203g)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 120
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5 -
Monounsaturated Fat 2.5g -
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 35mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
Total Sugars 12g -
Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 2g -
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 50mg 4%
Iron 0.8mg 4%
Potassium 420mg 8%
Vitamin A 350mcg 40%
Vitamin C 99mg 110%
Vitamin E 1mg 6%
Vitamin K 8mcg 8%
Thiamin 0.08mg 6%
Riboflavin 0.09mg 6%
Niacin 1.1mg 6%
Vitamin B6 0.15mg 8%
Folate 75mcg DFE 20%
Vitamin B12 0mcg 0%
Pantothenic Acid 0.7mg 15%
Choline 20mg 2%
Phosphorus 40mg 4%
Magnesium 35mg 8%
Zinc 0.3mg 4%
Selenium 1mcg 2%
Copper 0.14mg 15%
Manganese 0.16mg 6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.