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I realize the older I get, the longer it takes for my body to bounce back after a night out. I used to be able to hold my alcohol well, with just a mild headache or so the next day. Yet now, it can sometimes take two full days to recover from drinks with friends! That’s where this hangover smoothie comes in. My hangover cure drink can ease the severity of those pesky symptoms and get you back on your feet faster.
Before you head out on the town, or have a friend’s night in, consider how you are going to help your body recover from the drinking. Being prepared for the hangover can ease your mind and make the evening that much more enjoyable.
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Why You’ll Love It
- Flavor-packed: Tangerine and mango bring a bright, juicy sweetness, and banana makes it creamy and smooth. A little fresh ginger adds a warm, zippy kick, and a pinch of Himalayan sea salt rounds everything out and brings out the citrus. It tastes more like a tropical treat than a “recovery drink.”
- Hello, electrolytes: Coconut water is the light, naturally sweet base, and it’s packed with natural electrolytes to help you rehydrate after a night out. Banana adds potassium, which alcohol can deplete, and the pinch of sea salt helps replace some of the sodium your body loses when drinking.
- Easy, clean ingredients: Everything in here is simple and whole: fruit, coconut water, fresh ginger, and chia seeds. Ginger has been used for centuries to help settle an unhappy stomach, and chia adds healthy fats and protein so you feel steady instead of sluggish.
Hangover Smoothie Ingredients
Honestly, there is no miracle “cure” for a hangover. There are definitely foods that can make the symptoms worse or better, and I’m filling my hangover smoothie with beneficial ingredients to help you rehydrate, reenergize and hopefully take the aches and pains away.
- Himalayan sea salt: Just a pinch of this mineral-rich salt enhances the flavors. Use sparingly to avoid overpowering the natural sweetness of the fruit.
- Coconut water: Light and subtly sweet, coconut water serves as a refreshing base for a hangover smoothie. Opt for unsweetened varieties to keep the flavors clean and refreshing.
- Tangerine: Sweet and juicy, tangerines add a burst of citrusy brightness. Peel and segment for easy blending, and look for ones with smooth, fragrant skin for the freshest taste.
- Frozen banana: A frozen banana adds creaminess and natural sweetness, helping to balance the tangy and tropical flavors. You can also use ripe bananas or learn how to freeze bananas for the best results.
- Frozen mango: Mango brings a luscious texture and tropical flavor to the smoothie. Learning how to cut mango is simple and you can freeze them ahead of time. A mango’s natural sweetness makes it a great pick-me-up ingredient for a hangover smoothie.
- Ginger root: Fresh ginger provides a zesty kick. Grate a small amount for a warming note, and adjust to taste for a more pronounced zing.
- Chia seeds: Chia seeds thicken the smoothie. Let them sit for a few minutes after blending for an extra smooth and satisfying texture. Want more chia goodness? Check out my collection of chia seed recipes.
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How to Make a Hangover Smoothie
I love how easy it is to blend this hangover smoothie recipe. Here’s how I blend it, as well as a few tips to make it easy on you no matter what kind of blender you’re using.
- Peel the tangerine and peel and grate your ginger before adding them to the blender.
- Combine with coconut water, frozen banana, chia seeds, Himalayan sea salt and frozen mango and blend until the fruit is broken down and the mixture is smooth. If you aren’t using high-powered smoothie blenders, then allow your frozen ingredients to thaw 15 minutes or so before blending. This will help your blender not work as hard, resulting in a creamier beverage.
- Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for fresh taste and maximum health benefits.
If you’re new to blending, this quick guide on how to make a smoothie walks you through the basics so you get the right texture and flavor every time.
Easy Swaps + Variations
- Swap chia seeds: Trade chia seeds with hemp hearts or with protein and healthy fats like flaxseeds.
- Swap tangerine: If you don’t have a tangerine don’t let that stop you. Swap a tangerine with a clementine.
- Swap fresh ginger: You can swap fresh ginger with ground ginger but only use an 1/8th of a tsp because ground ginger is much stronger than fresh ginger.
- Add protein powder: My homemade protein powder adds an extra boost of protein to this amazing hangover smoothie.
More Recipes
It really is incredible how much real, whole food can help the body heal in a variety of ways. Here are a few more recipes to enjoy:
- Adrenal Cocktail: This easy beverage uses ingredients that target your adrenal system.
- Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie: An easy smoothie to sip on that can help calm and soothe inflammation throughout the body.
- Acid Reflux Smoothie: A calming smoothie to tame reflux with specific ingredients.
- Ginger Switchel Recipe: Also known as “Nature’s Gatorade” this revitalizing drink is perfectly balanced to hydrate, energize, and refresh with every sip.
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Mango Ginger Hangover Smoothie
Jen HansardIngredients
- 1 cup coconut water unsweetened
- 1 tangerine peeled
- ½ banana frozen
- ½ cup mango frozen
- ½ tablespoon ginger root peeled and grated
- 2 tablespoon chia seeds
- â…› teaspoon Himalayan sea salt
Instructions
- Pour the coconut water into a blender. Add the tangerine, banana, mango, ginger, chia seeds and salt.
- Blend on high until smooth, 45 to 60 seconds, adding a splash more coconut water if it’s too thick. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
- Prep Tip: You need only about a 1/2-inch piece of fresh ginger to get 1/2 tablespoon grated.
- Protein Boost: Swap the chia seeds for a serving of homemade protein powder if you like.
- Ingredient Swaps: A clementine or half a small orange works in place of the tangerine.
- Storing: Best fresh, but it keeps in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours. The chia seeds thicken it as it sits, so shake well and thin with a splash of coconut water.
Nutrition
Common Questions
Yes, a smoothie with electrolytes and fruit sugar can help with the dehydration and low energy levels that come from a hangover. Since alcohol causes dehydration, you need to replenish your body not just with water but other nutrients as well to help bounce back.
My hangover smoothie recipe with coconut water, tangerine, banana, mango, fresh ginger, chia seeds and Himalayan sea salt is the best smoothie for hangovers. It not only rehydrates but also provide electrolytes, energy and other nutrients to help you bounce back faster than ever.
I use tangerines, bananas and mango in my hangover smoothie. They are high in fructose and nutrients so that your body can help flush out your liver, rehydrate and gain back some energy lost from last night’s activities.
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Definitely on board with a smoothie that can help me enjoy girls’ night more! Saving this one for sure.
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