Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (approx. 200g) cubed ripe papaya, peeled and seeded
  • ½ medium ripe banana, sliced
  • ½ cup (120ml) orange juice, freshly squeezed or good-quality store-bought
  • ¼ cup (60ml) plain yogurt (Greek or regular)
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • 2-3 ice cubes (optional)
  • Pinch of ground turmeric (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Peel and cube the papaya. Slice the banana. Juice the orange (if using fresh).
  2. Add the papaya, banana, orange juice, yogurt, ginger, turmeric (if using), and sweetener (if using) to the blender.
  3. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add ice cubes, one at a time, if a thicker smoothie is desired. Blend until ice is crushed.
  4. Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness as needed (with honey or maple syrup). Add more orange juice if the smoothie is too thick.
  5. Pour into a glass and enjoy! Garnish with a slice of papaya or a sprinkle of ginger if desired.