Clearly, I have a thing for papaya. Worthy enough to make part of my blog title, the fruit for me is more than just a piece of fruit. Under its smooth skin is a taste of delicious, succulent, healing, nourishing yumminess that easily wins this girl's heart at first bite. The flavor and texture of this brilliant orange fruit causes many people to steer clear, but I would recommend digging in -- not only will the taste become one you crave but the fruit also packs some serious nutritional benefits.
Papaya is loaded with vitamin C, folate, and potassium (the list goes on), and it's also extremely soothing and healing for our digestive systems -- meaning it's a wonderfood for all you celiacs and those with other tummy woes out there. To learn more about this superfruit, follow this link to one of my favorite nutrition/food resources.
Choosing a ripe papaya is similar to choosing a ripe mango (another of my faves -- both shown in the image above). The fruit should be slightly soft to the touch and the skin should be a yellowish color. The meat of the fruit should be a rich, orange color at its peak. To prepare a papaya, cut it open lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, slice, peel, and enjoy!
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