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    Drink and Cocktail Recipes » Papaya Juice

    Papaya Juice

    Posted On September 18, 2020 By Mirlene Last updated October 5, 2021 12 Comments

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    Juice in glass on blackboard with papaya in the background, including milk, lemon juice

    Papaya juice, one of the many succulent pleasures of Haiti. While many other countries have several different versions, this one is as simple as it is sweet and savory.

    • Juice being Poured

    Papaya is considered a large berry that has a cylindrical shape. It is normally green until ripped where it can range from an orangy amber hue to bright orange.

    In order to determine if it is ready to savor, one can simply touch to determine the softness. You want the fruit to be soft but not overly as it can be mushy and messy.

    The green papaya can be eaten in salads, such as in papaya salad if it is soft and tender and not hard. But if it is bright orange, it is ready to savor.

    Once it is cut open, papaya has an abundance of seeds inside. Just remove the seeds and you can enjoy it as it is or prepare in various dishes. It is one versatile fruit that can be enjoyed in salads to a full entrée.

    Benefits

    Papaya does have many health benefits. Growing up in Haiti, I remembered my parents giving my diabetic grandmother this fruit. Thought it is sweet, it is actually low in sugar content. It is also rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber.

    • Papaya being scrapped outwith spoon on cutting board.

    Making This Succulent Juice

    For this recipe, I would recommend getting the green papaya with an orangy amber hue for optimum flavor and softness to make this papaya juice. In Haiti it is made with evaporated milk, though it could also be considered a smoothy due to the consistency, but in the islands, we call them juices.

    • Papaya, and milk in blender.

     For this recipe, we are making it with almond milk for a healthier version. Depending on how sweet the fruit itself and since we are edging on the healthier side, maple syrup was added as a sweetener rather than sugar.

    • Juice in glass on blackboard with papaya in the background, including milk, lemon juice

    Though this process is optional, the maple sirup does compliment the fruity flavor and earthy flavors of the papaya and the almond milk, respectively.

    Unsweetened almond vanilla milk will add an abundance of flavor to this already tasty fruit. Not to mentioned it is a healthier option than milk or evaporated milk.

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    • Papaya Juice in glass on blackboard with lemon and papaya in the background with almond milk

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    Papaya Juice in glass on blackboard with lemon and papaya in the background with almond milk

    Ripe Papaya Juice

    Savory Thoughts
    Papaya juice is one of the many succulent pleasures of Haiti. While many other countries have several different versions, this one is as simple as it is sweet and savory.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 minute min
    Total Time 11 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Drinks, Drinks/Cocktails
    Cuisine American, Caribbean, Haitian
    Servings 2 People
    Calories 66 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ Papaya Peel, halve, seed, and cube one half of the papaya. Cut the cubes into ¾ – inch cubes.
    • 1 Cup Vanilla Almond Milk Unsweetened
    • Pinch Of Salt Or ¼ Tsp.
    • 1 Tbsp. Lemon Juice Fresh
    • 1 Tsp. Vanilla Extract
    • ½ Cup Maple Syrup
    • Crushed Ice Optional

    Instructions
     

    • Peel, halve, seed, and cube one half of the papaya. Cut the cubes into ¾ – inch cubes. Then add it to the blender.
      Ingredients on cutting board
    • Then add the almond milk, salt, maple sirup, lemon juice, and vanila extract.
      You may add milk to thicken it; but this is completely optional.
      Blend to a smooth consistency.
      Fruit being blended
    • Pour in glass, serve and enjoy.
      Juice being Poured

    Notes

    For this recipe, I would recommend getting the green papaya with an orangy amber hue for optimum flavor and softness to make this papaya juice.
     
    ***Calories are estimated per serving***

    Nutrition

    Serving: 66PeopleCalories: 66kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSodium: 164mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 27mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 2mg
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    Comments

    1. BD

      March 27, 2023 at 4:58 pm

      5 stars
      This juice or smoothie was so delicious! I will make it over and over again. Healthy and delicious, can’t beat that!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        April 05, 2023 at 5:16 pm

        Thank you very much!

        Reply
    2. Natalie

      January 20, 2023 at 10:33 pm

      5 stars
      Just out of this world delicious!!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        February 20, 2023 at 8:49 am

        thank you so much, Natalie!

        Reply
    3. Kathleen

      May 19, 2022 at 8:24 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve never had papaya juice. It sounds so refreshing and delicious. Can’t wait to give this a try.

      Reply
    4. Heather

      May 19, 2022 at 8:13 pm

      5 stars
      Never tried papaya juice but this looks refreshing and tasty! Can’t wait to try!

      Reply
    5. Alisa Infanti

      May 19, 2022 at 7:01 pm

      5 stars
      So good and even better after I added a touch of prosecco!

      Reply
      • Mirlene

        May 20, 2022 at 2:13 pm

        Thank you, Alisa.

        Reply
    6. Tavo

      May 19, 2022 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      Loved this papaya shake. I used to have a very similar one as a kid in Central America, and it brought me so many recipes.

      Reply
    7. Sharon

      May 19, 2022 at 6:24 pm

      5 stars
      So delicious! I loved the natural sweetness of the fruit along with the maple syrup. Perfect for summer! 🙂

      Reply
    8. Shashi

      September 30, 2020 at 9:26 am

      This is like a glorious mango lassi – only with papaya! I cannot wait to give this recipe a try as I LOVE papaya!

      Reply
    9. Mahy

      September 30, 2020 at 8:05 am

      5 stars
      Definitely the juice I will be making over and over again! I love papaya and have been experimenting with it for quite some time now. Can’t wait to give your recipe a try!

      Reply

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