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Ingredients
Carrot-Papaya Buttermilk
- Ingredients
- 2 carrots
- 1 small Papaya
- ½ Lime
- 2 Tbsps Agave syrup
- 1 tsp Canola oil
- 11 ozs Buttermilk
- 1 Tbsp Sunflower seed
- 1 Tbsp Pumpkin seed
Peel carrots.
Cut papaya in half lengthwise and remove seeds with a teaspoon. Peel the papaya halves.
Squeeze juice from lime half.
Grate carrots coarsely. Cut papaya into thin slices and then into very fine dice.
Mix carrots and papaya in a bowl with lime juice, agave syrup and canola oil. Stir in buttermilk and divide between glasses or bowls. Sprinkle with sunflower seeds and serve.
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
| Calorie | 242 cal. | (12 %) | ||
| Protein | 10 g | (10 %) | ||
| Fat | 11 g | (9 %) | ||
| Carbohydrates | 24 g | (16 %) | ||
| Sugar added | 7 g | (28 %) | ||
| Roughage | 6.5 g | (22 %) |
Healthy, because
Whether for breakfast, dessert or in between meals, this tasty smoothie will provide a powerful dose of vitamins and minerals. Its high in calcium, which strengthens teeth and bones. Additionally, papaya and carrots provide plenty of vitamin A, which is beneficial for the skin and eyesight. There is also enough vitamin C for a whole day's requirements!
Even smarter
For a slightly more intense taste, you can lightly toast the seeds in the pan to your liking.