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This is the kind of smoothie you reach for when you want something bright and refreshing, yet deeply nourishing. The warm spices balance the natural sweetness of the fruit, creating a flavor that’s both comforting and uplifting. Whether you blend this honey turmeric smoothie as a quick breakfast smoothie, a mid-morning boost, or a gentle reset after a long day, this supports your body while tasting truly delicious.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
If you’re new to smoothies, this one is a fun adventure! Fo more help blending, check out my how to make a smoothie guide to get tips, blender recommendations and also more recipes.
- Turmeric (ground): This golden spice brings warmth and color to the smoothie. You’ll find ground turmeric in the spice aisle, or grab fresh turmeric root in the produce section if your store carries it.
- Honey: Complements the turmeric and ginger nicely. Look for raw honey or manuka honey, known for its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
- Almond milk: this non-dairy milk make a creamy smoothie. Look for almond milk brands that don’t use gums an fillers.
- Fresh ginger root: Adds a spicy-sweet kick that balances the creaminess of the smoothie. Look for firm, smooth ginger in the produce section, bonus points if it’s organic.
- Orange (peeled and zested): Bright and juicy orange makes the smoothie taste like sunshine.
- Frozen mango: Naturally sweet and creamy, mango gives tropical vibes in every sip. Find it in the frozen fruit section, perfect for thick, cold smoothies without needing ice. For instructions, you can also check out my guide on how to cut a mango.
- Frozen sliced carrots: A sneaky way to add veggies, fiber, and extra beta-carotene. You can buy pre-sliced frozen carrots in the freezer aisle or slice fresh carrots yourself and freeze them.
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How to Make a Turmeric Smoothie
- Add ginger, orange, and almond milk to your blender. These form the bright, creamy base that sets the stage for all the other flavors.
- Blend until silky smooth. Give it a good whirl so the ginger fully breaks down and the orange citrus flavor shines through.
- Toss in the frozen mango, carrots, turmeric, and raw honey.
- Blend one more time until thick and creamy. Pour into your favorite glass and sip immediately while it’s fresh.
Serving Suggestion
This turmeric smoothie recipe makes 16 oz—perfect for one adult. For kids, split into two 8 oz servings, and serve with a straw to make sipping easier.
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Easy Swaps and Add-Ins
This smoothie is creamy, nourishing, and totally delicious as is—but don’t be afraid to make it your own! Here are a few simple swaps or tasty add-ins you can try:
- Milk alternatives: No almond milk? Try oat milk or add a tropical twist with coconut milk.
- Creamy: Add half a banana or a few slices of avocado to make the smoothie thicker and even more creamier.
- Sweet: Instead of raw honey, try pure maple syrup or Medjool dates for a vegan-friendly option. You can also check out my guide on natural sweeteners I like to use.
- Protein: Blend in a scoop of my homemade protein powder, a spoonful of hemp hearts, or even a dollop of coconut yogurt to make this smoothie more filling.
Recipe Tips
To get the most out of turmeric’s benefits, try adding a tiny pinch of black pepper before blending. Black pepper contains piperine, which, when combined with curcumin, has been shown to increase bioavailability by 2000%.
If your blender if struggling to get a smooth drink, you might want to upgrade to one of my recommended blenders for smoothies.
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More Turmeric Recipes To Try
If you’re digging the golden glow and anti-inflammatory benefits of this turmeric smoothie recipe, here are a few more turmeric recipes to try next:
- When I need something soothing, turmeric tea is my go-to—warm, cozy, and full of anti-inflammatory goodness.
- And when I’m craving creamy comfort, golden milk hits the spot.
- My anti-inflammatory blender bombs are frozen cubes of turmeric, ginger, and healthy fats that blend into an instant wellness smoothie.
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Honey Turmeric Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 inch ginger root peeled
- 1 tablespoon orange peeled and zested
- ¾ cup almond milk or other nut milk
- ½ cup mango frozen
- ½ cup sliced carrots frozen
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 1 teaspoon turmeric, ground
Instructions
- Place ginger, orange and almond milk in blender. Blend until smooth.
- Add remaining ingredients and blend until creamy.
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Notes
- Fresh vs. dried turmeric: Fresh turmeric root gives this smoothie a brighter, peppery flavor and extra nutrients, but if you can’t find it, ground turmeric works just fine.
- Add natural sweetness: If your smoothie tastes a little too zesty, add more honey, half a banana, a couple of Medjool dates, or a splash of maple syrup.
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Leave a review for a chance to win signed copies of my cookbooks!Common Questions
About 1 inch of fresh turmeric root or ½–1 teaspoon of ground turmeric is a good amount for most smoothies. For those new to turmeric, starting with a smaller quantity is recommended before adjusting to taste.
Turmeric smoothies can be enjoyed any time of day. Many people prefer them in the morning for an energizing start, after a workout to support recovery, or in the afternoon as a refreshing pick-me-up.
To use fresh turmeric, wash and peel the root, then slice or grate it before blending with other ingredients. Frozen turmeric chunks can also be kept on hand for easy smoothie prep.
Turmeric works best when combined with ginger, black pepper, and naturally sweet fruits such as mango, pineapple, or banana. Black pepper enhances the absorption of curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, making this combination both flavorful and beneficial.
i’m not rating this because, while i didn’t love it, to be fair, i used the whole orange (unpeeled) and added 1/4c cauliflower, so it wasn’t made precisely as written (although i think the ginger is to blame). because i didn’t love it and it was so thick, i added 1/2c orange juice. still didn’t love it… and it made more than all the others thus far! but i had been looking forward to trying it since it uses some ingredients i don’t usually use in smoothies but rather in hot beverages. thanks for nudging me toward something new! i’ll try the ginger root and turmeric in some other smoothie recipes before forgoing them altogether, but i may end up using them in smaller amounts or leaving them solely for my hot beverages.
A really good one. Love the ginger in it.
Not my favorite, I may need to play with this one a bit to get it just right for me. The ginger & turmeric flavors overpowered this one for me.
I had prepped all my smoothies before the challenge. More milk was needed than called for since all my ingredients were frozen (minus the milk and honey). Next one I do, I’ll decrease carrots and add more ginger and honey. Good way to add veggies to your day.
This smoothie is a yummy, bright pick me up! I used a delightful sumo orange, added a pinch of black pepper to help activate the turmeric, the ginger adds a perfect kick, the color reminds me of the sun, which I’ll hopefully see in Ohio again around April!
I personally couldn’t drink more the a few ounces, my husband drank a glass and said it wasn’t his favorite either. Way to much turmeric and I even put in half the amount.
Delicious! Turmeric is not overbearing. I always read about the health benefits but struggle with ways to incorporate it into my meals. The ginger and carrots are so refreshing with the perfect amount of sweetness added by honey and mango.
I used 1/2 inch of ginger. I peeled the orange with a vegetable peeler like shown. The texture was a little thick for my liking. The taste was actually pretty good, not too hot, and grew on me the more I drank it.
Love this one. Love the tang of the orange zest. I use a lot of turmeric and ginger so did not even taste it. Will add this one to my rotatiom.
Hated day 5 smoothie. Couldn’t drink it. Made a fruit smoothie to replace it.
This was a near miss that fell off a cliff for me. Not sure if I had too much ginger, but it didn’t work out for me. I was very hopeful and excited about the recipe itself with a new taste. Just didn’t work for me.
Didn’t have turmeric and skipped the honey but this still tasted great – like an Orange Julius! Texture could’ve been smoother but I still enjoyed this a lot.
Mike really likes this one too. The ginger or turmeric burns my tongue . Otherwise not bad.
I love that this smoothie includes a veggie and some bright spices. The only adjustment for me was to decrease the amount of ginger. It was a little on the spicy side for my personal tastes.
I really enjoyed this recipe. The kick from the ginger was wonderful (I’m a huge ginger and turmeric fan so I put some extra in there). And the color from the turmeric and the yellow fruits was so cool.
Day 5 I like this one I will be adding it to my list.
This has a very good taste with the ginger, turmeric and citrus…invigorating! Excellent health benefits. Would drinking this one everyday be overkill?
I’d start out with a few a week then work your way up to make sure it works for you!
Tasty!
Refreshingly bright flavors and color!
i bought fresh tumeric from Costco. it’s way to much for me. Now, how to preserve and store? I don’t have machine that drys it out. Should I grind it up first and just put it in a jar with a tight seal or freeze it whole. Then put into frig or freezer????
you could also place it in a jar, add a relatively flavorless alcohol until it’s covered, and place it in the refrigerator where it will keep indefinitely.