Ingredients & Ayurvedic Properties
| Ingredient | Weight | Ayurvedic Profile |
|---|---|---|
 Ripe papaya, diced | 280 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Unsweetened almond milk | 420 g | Sweet · Heating |
 Fennel seeds | 2 g | Sweet, Pungent, Bitter · Cooling |
 Green cardamom | 1 g | Sweet, Pungent · Cooling |
| Water | 120 g | Whole culinary ingredient |
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Wash and prepare the diced ripe papaya and fennel seeds.
- Place the prepared ingredients in a blender with the unsweetened almond milk and water.
- Blend until completely smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides.
- Add the green cardamom and blend briefly again.
- Serve immediately at cool room temperature without ice.
Dosha Modifications & Seasonal Guidance
Vaidya Culinary Note (original international smoothie adaptation)
Papaya Almond-Milk Smoothie is a freshly blended drink served without ice. Vata: serve warm, cook until tender, and add a little ghee if the dish feels dry. Pitta: moderate chilies and sharp sourness, favoring coriander or fennel. Kapha: keep the portion light, reduce added fat, and favor ginger or black pepper.
USDA Nutrition Facts for Papaya Almond-Milk Smoothie
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 serving (411g)) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 26 kcal | 107 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 2.0 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 4.7 g | 19.2 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2.9 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | 13.5 g |
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 3.1 g |
| Calcium | 97.9 mg | 402.8 mg |
| Iron | 0.30 mg | 1.21 mg |
| Magnesium | 12.1 mg | 49.7 mg |
| Phosphorus | 20.1 mg | 82.8 mg |
| Potassium | 83 mg | 342 mg |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 138 mg |
| Zinc | 0.13 mg | 0.55 mg |
| Copper | 0.03 mg | 0.13 mg |
| Manganese | 0.06 mg | 0.26 mg |
| Selenium | 0.2 µg | 0.8 µg |
| Vitamin C | 20.8 mg | 85.6 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 36.9 µg | 152.0 µg |
| Vitamin E | 3.52 mg | 14.48 mg |
| Vitamin K | 0.9 µg | 3.6 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.01 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.03 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.17 mg | 0.72 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.01 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Folate (DFE) | 12.6 µg | 51.8 µg |
| Choline | 3.7 mg | 15.0 mg |
