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Treat yourself to an anti-inflammatory Honey Turmeric Smoothie with a refreshing blend of mango, carrots, orange, ginger, turmeric and honey. Your immune system will enjoy the nourishment in this bright, delicious turmeric smoothie recipe too!
In addition, this is a super simple, tasty and filling smoothie.
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Tips for Blending Smoothies
This smoothie has a few more ingredients than a normal recipe because I tried to cram as many anti inflammatory ingredients in as possible. I must say, the result is perfectly sweet, slightly tangy, and super orange! Here’s how I blend it:
- Blend the orange, almond milk and ginger until smooth. Start on low then increase speed as the blades chop up the ginger + break down the orange pulp.
- Add remaining ingredients and blend until creamy.
The orange acts as both liquid and fruit in this smoothie, so it goes in the first blend. If using a high powered blender, then the raw carrots should break down easily. Your smoothie may have a hard time completely breaking down the ingredients if it isn’t high powered. Steaming the carrots before using can help as well.
I leave as much white pith on the orange as possible, as there are loads of nutrients there. To lower the natural sugar, omit the honey.
Turmeric Smoothie FAQs
Yes! Follow my instructions below on how to use fresh turmeric. The health benefits far outweigh those of ground turmeric, yet I know it can be hard to find. So use it if you can find it, but don’t sweat it if you can’t.
I recommend no more than 1 tablespoon per serving (about a 1 inch piece of fresh turmeric, or 1 tsp of ground turmeric.) A little goes a long way!
Since turmeric has an earthy taste, I like to pair it with sweeter fruits like mango. It also goes well with oranges, and pineapple. My turmeric smoothie recipe includes ginger, orange, mango, carrots and honey.
How to use Fresh Turmeric in Smoothies
If you can find fresh turmeric in the produce aisle, substitute a 1-inch piece for 1 teaspoon dried turmeric (1 tablespoon peeled and freshly grated or minced). If using fresh turmeric, I add it in the first blend with the ginger to give it extra time. To cut up turmeric:
First, cut the skin from the flesh with a paring knife. Alternately, you can also use the spoon method. Apply gentle pressure with the edge of spoon to scrape off the turmeric skin.
After that, slice 1-inch of turmeric and drop into your blender to do the rest.
I recommend adding ยฝ to 1 teaspoon of dried turmeric to a single smoothie. You donโt want to go overboard with spice in a smoothie. So I’ve given this turmeric smoothie recipe just the right amount!
Favorite Ingredients to Blend
- Turmericโ is at the heart of this smoothie. With a warming earthy flavor and beautiful golden color, this spice delivers powerful anti-inflammatory benefits. Plus a boost of antioxidants for optimal health. The spice contains curcumin. An antioxidant known to reduce inflammation and boost your immune system. Used in traditional Eastern medicine for centuries, it’s beloved as a natural treatment for a wide range of health issues.
- Gingerโ This smoothie also contains ginger, another powerful anti-inflammatory spice with immune boosting properties. Above all, zesty ginger is known as a stomach soother and anti-cancer agent.
- Honeyโ Honey adds natural sweetness to this smoothie. In addition, it offers extra health benefits. It’s is a good source of antioxidants. And has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Manuka honey is made when honeybees pollinate the โManukaโ or โtea treeโ plant. Studies have shown Manuka honey holds both antibiotic and antibacterial benefits. Likewise, it’s proven to be effective in fighting infection and promoting healing. If you can find Manuka honey, itโs a great healthy addition to this smoothie!
- Orangeโ I added an orange to this turmeric smoothie recipe for a whopping dose of vitamin C to support a healthy immune system.
- Carrotsโ Carrots also deliver vitamin C to this smoothie, along with antioxidant-rich beta carotene, a powerful free radical fighter.
More Healing Turmeric Recipes
If youโre trying to step into the natural healing space more, check out these other wonderful recipes that use turmeric:
Honey Turmeric Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 inch ginger root peeled
- 1 orange peeled and zested
- ยพ cup almond milk or other nut milk
- ยฝ cup mango frozen
- ยฝ cup sliced carrots frozen
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 serving homemade protein powder optional
Instructions
- Place ginger, orange and almond milk in blender. Blend until smooth.
- Add remaining ingredients and blend until creamy.
Equipment
Notes
- If frozen carrots aren’t available, swap for frozen pineapple or roasted sweet potato that’s been chilled.
- If you’re using all fresh ingredients, pour over ice to serve.
- Fresh turmeric has even more health benefits than ground turmeric. Swap in 1-inch peeled fresh turmeric.ย
- Omit honey to cut down on the natural sugar of this smoothie.
As is I give 4 stars. I added a stevia leaf and protein which improved the taste. I do love all the benefits of this 1 so will be making again.
This was not my favorite but I could just feel the immune benefits in my body. The combination of ginger and tumeric was well balanced. I always use powdered tumeric but have ginger in my freezer so I hope powdered tumeric is as effective as fresh.
First, I have to say, this smoothie is gorgeous! Orange is my favorite color and it just makes me soooo happy just looking at it! The flavor is very yummy and has a bit of a bite from the ginger. With that said, my tastebuds are still trying to process the balance of flavors. With these flavor profiles I usually use coconut water not almond milk. I also used tangerines instead of oranges (because that is what I had on hand) and added a dash on cinnamon! Overall, it is a tasty treat!
I didnโt find the flavor too bad although Ginger was a little strong. It seemed thicker than the others and I had to add a little water in order to keep the blender from cavitating. I did feel a little bit of a burning sensation on my tongue in the back of my throat, not sure if this was from the ginger.
This one is a little thick with the carrot and orange. It wasn’t my favorite as I like to add a protein powder to my smoothie as a meal replacement. I added extra water to this one to thin it out a bit.
Awesome zing with ginger and turmeric combination, plus knowing Iโm getting natural immune building benefits!
This one was much better than the previous turmeric/ginger combination. I will definitely make this one again.
Today turmeric smoothie oh my gosh!!!!!! Itโs so delicious I ever had I have to make another one cuz good inflammation for my body! I feel so different!!!! You got me hook of this!!! Thank you thank you thank you! I love it!!!!
Wanted to like this because I love carrots, orange but I think I just don’t like the turmeric/ginger combination. I could taste a hint of the orange and even added a bit more honey. Don’t think this is one that I would try again.
This one was not my favorite, but I drank it for the health benefits. The ginger and turmeric were overwhelming to me.
Love the tangy taste.
Did not have carrots so added spinach. I did add protein powder and collagen. But everything else was the same. I really liked the taste.
At first taste the Orange, with a hint of Mango hit my taste buds. The taste of Carrot hit later and lingered a bit. Also; I found the drink itself, seemed a bit too pulpy/grainy.
Next time I’ll steam the Carrots before freezing them. Hopefully this will help to make it smoother.
At first taste the Orange, with a hint of Mango hit my taste buds. The taste of Carrot hit later and lingered a bit. Also; I found the drink itself, seemed a bit too pulpy/grainy.
Next time I’ll steam the Carrots before freezing them. Hopefully this will help to make it smoother.
Nice
I avoid honey as it makes it very sweet
I was excited to try this with the tumeric and ginger. I am looking for more antioxident foods. I was also excited that the ingredients are in season right now and cheaper in the store! Next time I might add a little pineapple just giving it a sweeter edge.
I was a bit worried about this smoothie because of the ginger & turmeric, but Iโm very pleasantly surprised! Itโs not my favorite, but I would definitely make it again. It has a great balance of flavors.