Oats Papaya Smoothie

Oats Papaya Smoothie

Recipe Details:

Ingredients

Per Serving
  • Papaya cubes (ripe and fresh): ½ cup
  • Rolled oats: 5 tsp
  • Cow’s milk or oats milk: ½ cup
  • Turmeric powder: a pinch
  • Cinnamon powder: a pinch
  • Honey (organic raw): 1 tsp
  • Fresh mint leaves (to garnish): 2

Note: 1 cup = 200 ml, ½ cup = 100 ml, 1 tsp = 5 gm, 1 tbsp = 15 gm

*tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon

Method

  • Dry roast oats in a pan on medium flame for about 1 minute.
  • Grind the roasted oats to a fine powder.
  • In a blender, combine oats powder, papaya, milk, turmeric, cinnamon, and honey.
  • Blend into a smooth and thick smoothie.
  • Pour into a glass and garnish with fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately.

Benefits

Benefits

  • A nutritious breakfast smoothie that supports heart health, respiratory wellness, and sustained energy.
  • Oats provide soluble fiber that helps maintain heart health and stable blood glucose levels.
  • Papaya supplies vitamin C and antioxidants that support immune and respiratory health.
  • Soft texture and good energy density make it suitable for individuals with reduced appetite.

Nutritional Value per serving

Calories (kcal) Carbohydrates (g) Proteins (g) Fats (g)
204.50 34.00 7.00 4.50

Reference:

  • Clinical Dietetics Manual; Indian Dietetic Association. 2nd ed. Seth V and Desai N. Elite Publishing House; 2018.
  • Longvah.T and Ananthan.R. 2017. Indian food Composition Table. 1st ed. National Institute of Nutrition.
  • Fatsecret India. Food Database and Calorie Counter. Accessed 20th Jan 2023. Available at https://www.fatsecret.co.in/calories-nutrition/
  • US Department of Agriculture. Food Data Search Results, Fish Salmon Atlantic farmed Cooked Dry Heat. Accessed 21st Feb 2023. Available at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175168/nutrients

Disclaimer:

The information provided is for health awareness only and not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before making any changes to your lifestyle or treatment regime.

*Images used are for representation purpose only.

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