Batido de lechosa
Batido de lechosa is a creamy, refreshing fruit shake popular in many Latin American countries, particularly Venezuela and the Dominican Republic. Its primary ingredient is the papaya fruit (known as 'lechosa'), which is blended with milk or water, and often sweetened with sugar or honey. The result is a smooth, sweet beverage enjoyed as a breakfast drink, snack, or dessert.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is naturally high in carbohydrates, primarily from the fruit's natural sugars and any added sweetener. It provides a good source of vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium, with a typical serving containing around 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 3 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 28 g |
| Sodium | 50 mg |
| Vitamin C | 60 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1200 IU |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Folate | 50 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a staple home remedy and comfort drink, often believed to aid digestion due to the papaya's enzyme papain. Nutritionally, it's a unique way to consume a whole fruit, retaining its fiber, unlike many filtered juices.
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