Honey Turmeric Smoothie

As much as I love a green smoothie, it’s important to get a variety of fruits and vegetables in your diet. Blending the rainbow is one way I do that. This turmeric smoothie recipe is pure sunshine in a glass—using oranges, carrots and turmeric to create the color. It’s the perfect way to kickstart your day with tropical fruits and powerful, immune-boosting ingredients.

Ingredients You’ll Need

All of the ingredients in this turmeric smoothie are simple, plant-based whole foods you can feel good about:

• 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.
• 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. Pick up fresh oranges from the produce section.
• 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

My turmeric smoothie is quick, creamy, and full of benefits. Just blend a few simple ingredients and sip golden goodness in minutes.

1. Add ginger, orange, and almond milk to your blender. These form the bright, creamy base that sets the stage for all the other flavors.
2. Blend until silky smooth. Give it a good whirl so the ginger fully breaks down and the orange citrus flavor shines through.
3. Toss in the frozen mango, carrots, turmeric, and raw honey. 
4. Blend one more time until thick and creamy. Pour into your favorite glass and sip immediately while it’s fresh.

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 Greek yogurt to make this smoothie more filling.

More Recipes with Turmeric

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. It’s turmeric, cinnamon, and plant milk blended into the perfect hug in a mug.
• When I want a quick boost, I make turmeric blender bombs—frozen cubes of turmeric, ginger, and healthy fats that blend into an instant wellness smoothie.

If you make this turmeric smoothie, I’d love to hear how it turned out in the comment box below. Your feedback helps me and all the readers in this community. And if you’re interested in more plant-based recipes (and exclusive content), sign up for my weekly recipe newsletter.

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Honey Turmeric Smoothie

Sip on this nourishing turmeric smoothie—packed with anti-inflammatory turmeric, zingy ginger, vitamin C–rich citrus, and a creamy almond milk base—for a refreshing, healing drink that tastes like sunshine in just 5 minutes.

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Prep: 5 minutes mins

Total: 5 minutes mins

Serves: 1

Author: Jen Hansard

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Ingredients  

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• ▢ 1 inch fresh gingerroot 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

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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.

Nutrition

Serving: 16 oz | Calories: 240 kcal | Carbohydrates: 54 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 3 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Sodium: 291 mg | Potassium: 671 mg | Fiber: 7 g | Sugar: 44 g | Vitamin A: 11879 IU | Vitamin C: 104 mg | Calcium: 314 mg | Iron: 1 mg

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