Kiwi Papaya Smoothie
A vibrant and refreshing tropical blend packed with vitamins. The tartness of fresh kiwi perfectly balances the creamy sweetness of ripe papaya for a healthy, energizing treat.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by fresh tropical fruit and the acidic scent of kiwi. It has a thick, pulpy texture on the palate with a balance of tart kiwi seeds and sweet papaya flesh. The finish is clean with a lingering mild tropical fruit sweetness.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Kiwi3 wholes
- Papaya0.5 wholes
Preparation
- 1
Peel the kiwis and the papaya, removing the seeds from the papaya.
- 2
Cut the fruit into manageable chunks.
- 3
Place the fruit chunks into a blender.
- 4
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely liquefied and smooth.
- 5
Pour into a chilled highball glass and serve immediately.
Substitutions
- PapayaMango — Mango provides a similar creamy texture but increases the overall sweetness and tropical aroma.
- KiwiGreen grapes — This reduces the acidity and removes the slight crunch of the kiwi seeds.
Variations
Tropical Sparkler
Add 100ml of sparkling water to the blended mixture for a lighter, effervescent texture.
Creamy Kiwi-Papaya
Blend in two tablespoons of Greek yogurt to create a thicker, more breakfast-oriented drink with a tangy profile.