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Papaya Pineapple Enzyme Blend
Gut Health Smoothie
~5 mintotal160 kcalper serving2g protein30g carbs6g fat
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup papaya
- 1/2 cup pineapple
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
Cooking Steps
Add the coconut milk to the blender first.
Peel and deseed the papaya, then add it to the blender with the pineapple chunks and lime juice.
Blend on high for 30-45 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
Pour and serve chilled, giving it a stir if it separates while sitting.
Plant & Growing Tips
Papaya
- Plant in a location with full sun and well-drained soil, as papayas are very susceptible to root rot.
- Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging.
- Papaya trees thrive in warm, tropical or subtropical climates and are sensitive to frost.
Pineapple
- Pineapples can be grown from a store-bought top; twist off the top, let it dry for a few days, then plant in well-draining soil.
- Choose a sunny spot or a container for growing, as pineapples need at least six hours of direct sun daily.
- Water sparingly but deeply, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings, as they are drought-tolerant once established.
Lime
- Plant lime trees in a sunny location with at least 8 hours of direct sunlight and well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
- Water regularly and deeply, especially during fruiting, but ensure good drainage to prevent root issues.
- Lime trees can be grown in large containers in cooler climates, allowing them to be moved indoors during cold periods.
Natural Pest Control
- Use horticultural oil or insecticidal soap to manage scale insects and mealybugs common on citrus and pineapple plants.
- Employ sticky traps to monitor and reduce populations of fruit flies and other flying insects that can bother papaya and lime.
- Introduce beneficial insects like ladybugs and lacewings to naturally control aphids and other soft-bodied pests.
Harvest
Papaya
- Harvest papayas when at least one-third to one-half of the skin has turned yellow or orange.
- The fruit should feel slightly soft to the touch; if picked too green, it will not ripen well.
Pineapple
- Pineapples are ready for harvest when their skin turns yellow-orange from the bottom up and they emit a sweet aroma.
- Check for ripeness by gently pulling a central leaf; if it comes out easily, the pineapple is ready.
- Cut the fruit from the plant with a sharp knife, leaving about an inch of stem attached.
Lime
- Limes are typically ready for harvest when they reach their full size, are firm, and have a glossy green skin.
- While some varieties turn yellow when fully ripe, most are picked green for culinary use.
- Twist or snip the fruit from the branch, being careful not to damage the tree.
