Papaya Yoghurt Smoothie with Coconut Milk: Recipe

Papaya Yoghurt Smoothie with Coconut Milk

Only three ingredients, and the papaya does most of the work. Yoghurt adds a fresh tang, coconut milk a creamy, tropical softness.

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GlassGoblet

TechniqueBlended

DifficultyEasy

Time5 min

StrengthAlcohol-free

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Ingredients

200 g papaya peeled and seeded
2 tbsp natural yogurt
5 oz canned coconut milk unsweetened drinking coconut milk

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

Method

Halve the papaya, scrape out the seeds, peel and dice the flesh.
Put papaya, yoghurt and coconut milk into the blender.
Blend for about 30 seconds until smooth.
Taste, add a few drops of lime juice if you like, and serve.

Taste

Creamy and mild, with a soft, melon-like papaya sweetness, gentle tang and a coconut finish.

About this smoothie

Papaya has soft, buttery flesh that blends into a very smooth smoothie with no fibres or seeds to bother you once the black seeds are removed. It is known as a good source of vitamin C and contains the enzyme papain. Natural yoghurt balances the mild sweetness with a little acidity, and coconut milk adds body and a gentle coconut aroma. The smoothie is a quick breakfast and also a nice, light dessert.

Bartender tips

A little lime juice makes papaya taste brighter and more pronounced.
Drink it fresh: papain can make dairy taste slightly bitter if the smoothie stands for hours.