Papaya Smoothie With Banana: Quick and Easy Breakfast Drink
This papaya smoothie with banana is smooth, creamy, and naturally sweet—perfect for a quick breakfast or a refreshing afternoon sip. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s a great way to use ripe papaya and enjoy the bright, tropical flavor in a convenient drinkable form.
It’s light yet satisfying, with yogurt providing creaminess and banana adding a soft, mellow sweetness. If you’re looking to add more fresh papaya recipes to your breakfast rotation, this is a great one to start with.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- It blends up in under 5 minutes, ideal for busy mornings.
- Made with ripe papaya, banana, and yogurt, it’s naturally sweet and doesn’t need added sugar.
- It fits perfectly into your breakfast meal prep routine—just chop and freeze the fruit ahead of time.
- You can tweak it into a papaya protein smoothie by adding a scoop of protein powder or Greek yogurt.
- It’s one of those easy fruit smoothie recipes that feels indulgent but keeps things simple.
Ingredients
See the recipe card for the complete list of ingredients and quantities.
Step-by-step Instructions
Step 1: Add the chopped papaya, banana, yogurt, and milk to a blender. Squeeze in the lime juice.
Step 2: Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 2: Taste and add honey if you want it sweeter. Toss in a few ice cubes and blend again until frothy.
Variations and Add-Ins
This base papaya and banana smoothie is easy to adjust. Try these add-ins based on what you have or the flavor you’re going for:
- Pineapple Papaya Smoothie: Add ½ cup chopped pineapple for a tangy twist.
- Papaya Turmeric Smoothie: Blend in a pinch of ground turmeric for color and earthiness.
- Papaya Ginger Smoothie Recipes: Add a ½-inch piece of fresh ginger for a zingy boost.
- Papaya Protein Smoothie: Stir in a scoop of vanilla or unflavored protein powder.
- Papaya Smoothie with Avocado: For an extra creamy texture, add ¼ avocado.
- Papaya Smoothie as Dessert: Pour into a bowl and top with granola, fruit, or a small scoop of ice cream for a fun treat.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve it in a tall glass with a straw for a fast breakfast meal.
- Pour into jars for breakfast meal prep—just shake before drinking.
- Turn it into a smoothie bowl topped with chia seeds, coconut flakes, or sliced fruit.
- Freeze it into popsicle molds for a fruity frozen snack.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, frozen works well. It also helps the smoothie blend up colder and thicker.
It’s best fresh, but you can refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. Stir or shake well before serving.
You can try mango or a few soaked dates for sweetness, or add extra yogurt for a creamy texture.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1½ cups ripe papaya peeled, seeded, and chopped
- 1 small banana
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- ½ cup milk dairy or non-dairy
- 1-2 teaspoons honey use only if needed
- ½ teaspoon lime juice
- ½ cub ice cubes
Instructions
- Add the chopped papaya, banana, yogurt, and milk to a blender. Squeeze in the lime juice.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and add honey if you want it sweeter. Toss in a few ice cubes and blend again until frothy. Enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Use a very ripe papaya for the best natural sweetness.
- If your papaya is already super sweet, you might not need any sweetener at all.
- For a tropical twist, swap the milk with coconut milk and toss in a few pineapple chunks.
