Turmeric Smoothie Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2 smoothies
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Calories
79 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
North American
Turmeric Smoothie Recipe
Description
The Turmeric Smoothie Recipe uses fresh citrus from peeled navel oranges and chopped carrot, combined with ginger and turmeric for a balanced flavor featuring both sweetness and gentle spice. Adding a pinch of black pepper enhances the bioavailability of turmeric. Blending these ingredients with ice cubes results in a cool, smooth drink with natural brightness and a hint of earthiness. The citrus and root combination ensures a lively flavor while the black pepper makes the turmeric benefit more accessible.
The preparation is simple: all ingredients and ice go into a high-powered blender until fully smooth, then it's served immediately for freshness. The smoothie can be enjoyed as a refreshing beverage on its own or alongside light meals or snacks. Its texture is smooth with tiny bits of pulp and fiber, typical when blending fresh produce.
Ingredients
- 2 navel orange peeled and quartered
- 1 medium carrot chopped
- 1 inch ginger peeled, piece
- 1 inch Turmeric peeled - or 1 teaspoon powdered turmeric, piece
- black pepper a pinch
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients + 1 cup of ice cubes to a high-powered blender.
- Blend on high until smooth.
- Divide the turmeric smoothie between 2 glasses and serve right away.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2smoothies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 79 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 smoothie | |
| Calories | 79kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 25mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 368mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 6309IU | 126% |
| Vitamin C | 72mg | 80% |
| Calcium | 65mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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