Papaya is delicious, refreshing, and super bright! Also papaya’s nutritional profile is amazing as it is loaded with most essential minerals and micro-nutrients important for your body. It is an instant energy booster, is good for digestive ailments and has anti-inflammatory properties. Papaya is full of antioxidants which help in fighting cell-damaging, cancer-causing free radicals. It is good for the heart, boosts immunity and keeps a check on arthritis. There are plenty of ways to incorporate the sweet, buttery tropical fruit, from cocktails to smoothies to salad dressing. Try making one of these gorgeous, plant-based papaya recipes to share with family and friends this summer!

1. Papaya Cream Popsicles

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From: OvenLoveBlog

2. Papaya Greek Yogurt Parfait

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From: SmartLittleCookie

3. Papaya Salsa

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From: ChiliPepperMadness

4. Papaya Creme Brulee

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From: GoodieGodmother

5. Brown Rice Papaya Salad

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From: KiipFit

6. Papaya Coconut Popsicles

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From: FloatingKitchen

7. Mango Papaya Smoothie

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From: ManilaSpoon

8. Papaya, Mango, & Strawberry Fruit Roll Ups

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From: FoodWhine

9. Papaya Lemonade

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From: CarolinesCooking

10. Papaya Salad Rolls

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From: TheWanderlustKitchen

11. Vegan Ice Cream with Papaya  & Coconut Milk

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From: FarmOnPlate

12. Strawberry Papaya Salad

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From: TasteLoveAndNourish

13. Chile Lime Mango & Papaya

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From: ASpicyPerspective

14. Strawberry Papaya Smoothie

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From: PrimaveraKitchen

15. Papaya Seed Vinaigrette Dressing

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From: KitchenConfidante