Use red-fleshed papayas, such as Sunrise Solo or Maradol. Be sure to ask your grocer which ones will have flesh with a rosy hue since a papaya’s skin and shape may not be a good indication of its interior color.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes about 4 cups; serves 4
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Bring sugar and 1 cup water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until sugar has dissolved and mixture is syrupy, about 4 minutes. Let cool completely.
Step 2
Purée papayas, lime juice, and honey in a food processor. Transfer to a medium bowl. Stir in sugar syrup.
Step 3
Freeze in an ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s instructions. Transfer to an airtight container; freeze at least 2 1/2 hours (up to 1 week). Serve garnished with lime slices.
FIT TO EAT RECIPE
Step 4
(Per serving)
Step 5
Calories: 221
Step 6
Fat: 0g
Step 7
Cholesterol: 0mg
Step 8
Carbohydrate: 57g
Step 9
Sodium: 11mg
Step 10
Protein: 2
Step 11
Fiber: 6g
