Papaya Pineapple Smoothie

• 1/4 cup chopped papaya
• 2 cups chopped fresh pineapple
• 8 ice cubes
• 1 cup rice milk or almond milk
• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon finely ground flaxseeds
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon maple syrup

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth.
2. Serve immediately.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of unrefined virgin coconut oil for additional healthy fat and calories.
4. For more protein, add a scoop of whey protein powder.
5. If you use frozen fruit, leave out the ice cubes as the smoothie will be thick enough without them.
6. Store in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for 2 days.
7. Shake well again before serving.
8. (per serving)
9. Calories: 125
10. Total Fat: 4.7g (2.8g saturated, 0.7g monounsaturated)
11. Carbohydrates: 21g
12. Protein: 2g
13. Fiber: 2g
14. Sodium: 20mg
15. Papayas have vitamin C, which is an antioxidant and may also reduce absorption of cancer-causing nitrosamines.
16. They also contain folic acid, which has been shown to minimize cervical dysplasia and certain cancers.

papaya, fresh pineapple, cubes, rice milk, freshly squeezed orange juice, coconut milk, ground flaxseeds, freshly squeezed lime juice, maple syrup

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/papaya-pineapple-smoothie-379278 (may not work)