Yummy Turmeric Smoothie

You may have heard about all of the health benefits of turmeric, but if you’re like me you’re probably wondering how to incorporate it into your diet more. I like to think I’m well traveled and very accustomed to different foods, but even as someone who’s lived abroad and loves eating ethnic food, I completely draw a blank when trying to think of how to use turmeric. After a little bit of research I’ve come up with a few easy ways to add it in, along with a very yummy smoothie that’s a powerhouse of vitamins and nutrients!

First, let’s talk about why it’s so important to add this into your diet. Turmeric has been used for centuries, in places like India, for it’s medicinal properties and modern science is now supporting the effectiveness of it. Some of the proven benefits include: Increased brain function, anti-inflammatory properties, increased antioxidant capacity of your body, and it can even prevent or treat cancer. Some studies have shown the curcumin in turmeric can target and inhibit the growth of cancerous cells. It’s also been shown to reduce your risk of heart disease and even help with Alzheimer’s. This is THE original superfood! You can take a concentrated curcumin pill as well, but I think it’s a good idea to incorporate turmeric into your diet wherever you can. I sprinkle it on eggs and use it in soups and any food that has complex flavors. It’s mild ginger-type taste blends in easily to most savory dishes. However, my favorite way to use it is in this delicious smoothie.

(Just like mommy! Annabelle caught me taking some photos and quickly grabbed her binoculars (to a 2 year old, it’s a camera) and started taking some photos of her own!)

This smoothie is one of my favorites! It’s full of vitamins and antioxidants and has a delicious, sweet, yet slightly spicy taste. Even the kids love it. It’s summer, so I tried to use mostly fresh ingredients, but frozen works great too. Fresh turmeric can be hard to find so I usually use ground turmeric. For this I also used ground ginger, but fresh ginger tastes great in it. 

Turmeric Green Smoothie:

1 cup coconut milk (almond milk works too)

1 cup pineapple (frozen or fresh)

1 cup kale

1/2 cup mango

Juice of 1/2 a lemon

1/2 Tablespoon ground ginger or 1/4 inch slice of fresh ginger

1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric

Blend until fully combined. Pour and enjoy!

I promise, you will love this smoothie! It’s one of my favorites. Do you use Turmeric on a regular basis? What are your favorite ways to use it? Don’t forget to check out my last post recapping ANFGB. I have a fun little giveaway going on!