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Special Diet Information

Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.

Lactose
Avoid this recipe if you are lactose intolerant.

Sodium
This is NOT a low sodium recipe.

GERD / Acid Reflux
No specific GERD triggers.

Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten. Check for modified food starch in the sour cream.

 

"A fruit is a vegetable with looks and money."
-
P. J. O'Rourke, Satirist

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There is some research that indicates papaya may help aid digestion. The enzyme papain in the fruit mimics some of our own digestive enzymes.


 

Papaya Poppyseed Dressing

Servings: 6 | Serving size: about 1/4 cup

Cooking Time: 30 Minutes

This recipe can be multiplied by 2.

This recipe keeps well for 4 days in the refrigerator.

1 1/2 cups papaya chunks
1/4 cup non-fat yogurt
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup papaya juice
1/2 tsp salt
2 Tbsp cilantro leaves
2 Tbsp poppyseeds

Place all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth. Chill for at least an hour before serving and overnight is best.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1/4 cup

Servings: 6

Amount Per Serving

Calories 63 Calories from Fat 23
% Daily Value
Total Fat 3g 4%
    Saturated Fat 1g 5%
    Monounsaturated Fat 0g
    Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 211mg 9%
Total Carbohydrates 9g 3%
    Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
    Sugars 7g
Protein 2g
Vitamin A 12% Vitamin C 38%
Calcium 9% Iron 2%
Vitamin K 3 mcg Potassium 168 mg
Magnesium 16 mg