Smoothies

Three-Ingredient Papaya Apple Smoothie with Coconut Water

Ripe papaya is buttery and mild, almost like melon mixed with apricot. A crisp apple gives it bite, and coconut water keeps the texture light.

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  • GlassHighball glass
  • TechniqueBlended
  • DifficultyEasy
  • Time5 min
  • StrengthAlcohol-free
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Ingredients

1

Garnish: No garnish · Ice: Served up, no ice

Method

  1. Peel the papaya, scoop out the black seeds and dice the flesh.
  2. Wash, core and quarter the apple.
  3. Blend the fruit with the coconut water for about 40 seconds.
  4. Pour into a glass and serve right away.

Taste

Soft, mild and fruity with buttery papaya, a crisp apple edge and light coconut sweetness.

About this smoothie

This is the plain, three-ingredient version of our papaya apple smoothie, with no juice or extras. Papaya has soft flesh that blends very easily and is known to contain vitamin C and the enzyme papain. Its flavour is mild, so the apple adds the needed freshness.

Chilled coconut water rounds it off with a subtle sweetness. The smoothie suits breakfast, a light snack or a hot day when you want something fruity and not too filling.

Bartender tips

  • A squeeze of lime juice brings out the papaya flavour noticeably.
  • Ripe papaya has yellow-orange skin and yields slightly to pressure.

Variations

With lime and mint
Add 1 tsp lime juice and a few mint leaves for a more refreshing version.

Frequently asked questions

Can I eat papaya seeds?

They are edible but taste peppery and bitter, so remove them for this smoothie.

Can I use water instead of coconut water?

Yes; the smoothie will be slightly less sweet.

Is it vegan?

Yes, all ingredients are plant based.

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