Mango Turmeric Smoothie Blend (Printable)

Tropical blend combining mango, turmeric, ginger, and lime for a vibrant, nourishing drink.

# What You Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 1/2 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 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
05 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
07 - 1 teaspoon chia seeds (optional)

→ Sweetener (Optional)

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

→ Garnish

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

# Directions:

01 - Place mango, banana, coconut water or almond milk, turmeric, ginger, lime juice, and chia seeds if used into a high-speed blender.
02 - Blend until smooth and creamy; add additional coconut water if consistency is too thick.
03 - Taste and add maple syrup or honey as desired for sweetness.
04 - Pour into two glasses and garnish with sliced mango, coconut flakes, or turmeric if desired; serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like a tropical vacation but sneaks in anti-inflammatory benefits without trying too hard.
  • Ready in five minutes with no cooking, no cleanup drama, just one blender and fresh ingredients.
  • The turmeric and ginger give you that gentle energy lift without coffee jitters or sugar crashes.
02 -
  • Frozen mango makes this thick like soft serve, but if you use fresh, toss in a couple ice cubes or freeze your banana beforehand.
  • Turmeric stains everything it touches, so blend carefully and rinse your blender right away or you'll have a yellow cup forever.
  • Ginger can get spicy fast, start with a small amount and taste before adding more or it'll overpower the mango sweetness.
03 -
  • Add a tiny pinch of black pepper with the turmeric, it helps your body absorb the curcumin better and you won't taste it.
  • If your blender struggles, blend the liquid and greens first, then add the frozen fruit in stages so it doesn't jam up.
  • Use a ripe banana with brown spots for natural sweetness and skip the added syrup entirely.
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