Mango Turmeric Smoothie Blend (Printable Version)

A vibrant blend of mango, turmeric, and spices for a refreshing and nourishing drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 (or 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)

→ Sweetener (Optional)

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

→ Garnish (Optional)

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

# How to Make It:

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 on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy; if too thick, add more coconut water to adjust consistency.
03 - Taste the smoothie and add maple syrup or honey as desired for additional sweetness.
04 - Divide the smoothie into two glasses and garnish with sliced mango, coconut flakes, or a light sprinkle of turmeric before serving immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like a tropical vacation but takes five minutes, which feels like cheating in the best way.
  • The turmeric and ginger combo actually makes you feel like you're doing something good for your body while sipping something delicious.
  • It's naturally sweet, so you barely need added sweeteners if your mango is ripe enough.
02 -
  • Ground turmeric can stain your blender pitcher yellow—it's not permanent, but rinsing immediately helps.
  • If your mango isn't truly ripe and sweet, the whole smoothie tastes one-dimensional; frozen mango is actually more reliable because it's picked and frozen at peak ripeness.
  • The ginger quantity matters—start with less if you're not sure because you can always add more, but you can't take it out.
03 -
  • Invest in a truly good blender if you make these regularly—a high-speed blender turns frozen fruit into silk, while a weak one leaves you with chunks and frustration.
  • Prep your mango and banana ahead on Sunday and freeze them in portions, so you can throw together a smoothie on autopilot any morning.
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