Mango Turmeric Refreshing Blend (Print View)

A tropical mango and turmeric blend delivering a refreshing, wellness-boosting drink with natural ingredients.

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 ½ cups ripe mango, peeled and cubed (fresh or frozen)
02 - 1 small ripe banana

→ Liquid

03 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut water (alternative: almond milk for creamier texture)

→ Superfoods & Flavorings

04 - ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
05 - ½ teaspoon freshly grated ginger (or ¼ teaspoon ground ginger)
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
07 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional, for extra fiber)

→ Sweetener (Optional)

08 - 1–2 teaspoons pure maple syrup or honey, to taste

→ Garnish

09 - Sliced mango, coconut flakes, or a sprinkle of turmeric (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Add mango, banana, coconut water (or almond milk), turmeric, ginger, lime juice, and chia seeds (if using) into a high-speed blender.
02 - Blend until smooth and creamy; add more coconut water if necessary to adjust consistency.
03 - Taste the mixture and incorporate maple syrup or honey if additional sweetness is desired.
04 - Pour into two glasses and garnish with sliced mango, coconut flakes, or turmeric sprinkle if preferred. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like tropical sunshine but sneaks in anti-inflammatory turmeric without any bitterness.
  • Comes together in under five minutes with ingredients you probably already have.
  • Works equally well as a quick breakfast or a post-workout refresh.
02 -
  • Too much turmeric will make this taste medicinal and slightly bitter, so measure carefully and don't eyeball it.
  • If your banana isn't ripe enough, the smoothie will taste flat and starchy instead of sweet.
  • Chia seeds will thicken the smoothie as it sits, so if you're not drinking it immediately, hold them back or expect a pudding-like texture.
03 -
  • Use frozen fruit straight from the freezer for the thickest, coldest smoothie without needing ice.
  • Grate ginger with a microplane or the small holes of a box grater to avoid fibrous chunks.
  • Add a tiny pinch of black pepper to boost turmeric absorption, it sounds strange but you won't taste it.
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