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Papaya-Ginger Smoothie

Papaya supplies hefty doses of vitamin A and enzymes to aid morning digestion.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 4

Ingredients

1

large papaya (Mexican or Solo, about 1 pound), peeled, halved lengthwise, seeds removed, cut into 1/2-inch dice

1

cup ice cubes

2

/3 cup plain low-fat yogurt

1

tablespoon finely chopped peeled fresh ginger

1

tablespoon honey

Juice of 2 lemons

16

fresh mint leaves, plus 4 sprigs for garnish

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Puree first 6 ingredients in a blender. Thin with water as necessary. Blend in mint leaves. Divide among four glasses. Garnish with mint sprigs; serve.

  2. nutrition information

    Step 2

    (Per Serving)

    Step 3

    Calories: 92

    Step 4

    Saturated Fat: .5g

    Step 5

    Unsaturated Fat: .3g

    Step 6

    Cholesterol: 2.4mg

    Step 7

    Carbohydrates: 20.7g

    Step 8

    Protein: 3g

    Step 9

    Sodium: 33mg

    Step 10

    Fiber: 2.2g

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