Deliciously Easy Papaya Juice Recipe
Dive into a tropical treat with this refreshing juice that combines the exotic sweetness of papaya with the tangy zest of pineapple! Freshly squeezed orange juice elevates the flavor, while honey or agave nectar adds a touch of natural sweetness.
Equipment
- 1 Chopping board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Peeler for the papaya skin
- 1 Spoon
- 1 Blender or juicer
- 1 Sieve Optional - to remove or reduce pulp
- 2 Glasses for serving
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe papaya cleaned and cubed
- 1 Cup fresh pineapple cleaned and cubed
- 1-2 Tbsp orange juice freshly squeezed (see notes)
- 1/2-1 Cup filtered water to adjust the consistency
- 1-2 Tbsp honey or agave nectar as sweetener - optional
- 1-2 Fresh mint leaves for serving or garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare The Papaya
- Wash and peel the papaya. A peeler works well for this, or you can use a paring knife.1 medium ripe papaya
- Slice the papaya in half and remove the black seeds and fibers with a spoon.
- Chop into chunks and set aside.
Step 2: Prepare The Pineapple
- Cut off the spiky head and a small section at the base of the pineapple.1 Cup fresh pineapple
- Remove the thick, spiky rind and the larger 'eyes'.
- Cut into chunks.
Step 3: Squeeze Orange Juice
- If you are using a cold-press juicer (instructions below), you don't need to squeeze the orange juice seperately.1-2 Tbsp orange juice
Step 4: Blend The Ingredients
- Add the papaya, pineapple, and orange juice to your blender.
- Blend until you have a smooth, uniform liquid.
Step 5: Adjust The Consistency
- Optional: strain the blended ingredients using a regular kitchen sieve. This technique separates the pulp from the juice. If you like, you can add some pulp back into the juice. This step is mostly for people who don't like pulp.
- Next, you can also adjust the consistency of your papaya juice. Add some filtered water to thin the juice and dilute the flavor a little. This step is completely optional, but I’ve found that many people prefer it.1/2-1 Cup filtered water
Step 6: Adjust The Sweetness
- You can add a little bit of honey (or alternative sweetener) to your liking. This juice is naturally sweet so don’t overdo it.1-2 Tbsp honey or agave nectar
Step 7: Serve Your Papaya Juice Immediately
- Serve your deliciously easy papaya juice in large glasses. Garnish with some mint for an extra touch of sweetness.1-2 Fresh mint leaves
- If you want to store this juice, make sure to do so in an airtight glass jug. Like most homemade juices, it will only last a couple of hours - a day at best!
Notes
- Always choose a ripe papaya for making juices. It will have the best flavor and bright inviting color. A ripe papaya is characterized by its vibrant yellow or orange skin. When gently pressed, it yields slightly, indicating it has soft, juicy flesh. Inside, it reveals sweet, fragrant, and orange-colored pulp dotted with small, edible black seeds.
- If you have leftover pineapple, freeze it for later use. This can be for smoothies, juices, or ice creams!
- Adjust the sweetness of your papaya pineapple juice after adjusting the consistency. Straining the juice and adding filtered water will weaken the effects of the honey, just wasting it at the end of the day.
- The calorie count includes 1 tblsp of orange and 1 tblsp of honey. It is per serve (this recipe will make enough for two serves)
Variations:
- First, you can use frozen or canned pineapple. However, I always prefer using fresh fruits because they are stuffed with nutrients and have the best flavors.
- The same goes for the orange juice. You can buy some premade orange juice if you’d like. Try getting “freshly squeezed” instead of processed. But even better yet, juice a fresh orange at home.
- If you use a cold-press juicer, just add the orange to the juicer instead of juicing it first. Saves time!
- Instead of honey, you can use other sweeteners instead. Try agave nectar, molasses, or maple syrup for a vegan option.