This Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Smoothie is creamy, bright, and naturally sweet, not earthy or “too healthy” tasting. Made with fresh turmeric, it comes together in 5 minutes and makes for a quick breakfast or snack.
"I'm loving the combination of apple and mango in this smoothie. That combo is one I hadn't tried before. It's delicious! Thanks!"
-Glenda
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 6 Minutes
- 👪Serves: 2
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 128 kcals and 20 grams of protein
- 📋Main Ingredients: Frozen Mango, fresh turmeric root, collagen powder, coconut milk, and carrot.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, paleo and Whole30.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: This orange mango turmeric smoothie is refreshing, anti-inflammatory, and nourishing, making it an easy Whole30-friendly option that tastes as good as it feels.
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This mango turmeric smoothie is one of my go-to “real life” breakfasts for days I feel extra sluggish. It’s sweet, creamy, and bright (not bitter), and it pairs perfectly with something like these baked oats with protein powder when you want a more filling meal.
Made with anti-inflammatory ingredients like fresh turmeric (with no added sugar), it’s the kind of smoothie that gives you a natural energy boost without the crash, and if you want even more options like that, check out these protein shakes for energy or my Superfood Smoothies e-Book. Plus, it sneaks in extra veggies without tasting like it (my favorite kind of nutrition), and you can find more ideas like this in my hidden vegetable recipes.
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💭 Why This Smoothie Is Anti-Inflammatory
Fresh roots: This mango turmeric smoothie uses fresh ginger and turmeric root (learn more about the benefits of turmeric).
Creamy: The smoothie uses a base of coconut milk to provide a dose of healthy fats and better absorption.
Clean protein: Collagen powder is one of the cleanest sources of protein, and it helps keep you full longer (learn more about what collagen powder is).
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Frozen mango: Frozen fruit is what helps this smoothie come out thick and creamy (learn more about how to build smoothies). Fresh mango will not work the same, though the flavor will still be delicious. Use any extra frozen fruit for this mango ice cream.
- Turmeric root: Fresh turmeric root is best for this smoothie as its anti-inflammatory properties are more potent (learn about the ways to maximize turmeric absorption). But dried will work in a pinch.
- Ginger: Totally optional, but a great addition; you only need a little bit of the root to maximize it. Use extra ginger to make homemade cough drops and ginger and turmeric shots.
- Apples: This helps sweeten the smoothie naturally, though any additional fruit can work.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
Fruit: Along with the frozen mango, you could use pineapple, pears, or peaches in place of the apple for a sweeter taste.
Beef protein: Using a flavored protein powder is an easy way to change the taste of this mango and turmeric smoothie. However, I would personally only use beef protein powder to help keep it anti-inflammatory. The same applies for a collagen breakfast smoothie.
Toppings: Of course, any of the best toppings for smoothie bowls work on top of this shake.
Maximum hydration: If you really want this turmeric smoothie to replenish, feel free to add coconut water for an extra boost of electrolytes. I do this with my watermelon slushy recipe.
How To Make an Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Smoothie
Step 1: Add all the ingredients to a high-powered blender.
Step 2: Blend until smooth and pour into a glass to enjoy.
Expert Tip
The parsley is optional; if you want a brighter-colored, sweeter smoothie, omit the parsley.
You may need to use a tamper to blend the smoothie, depending on your blender. Try not to add any more liquid to it, as it will thin the texture. This is true for my mango avocado smoothie, too.
Due to the overpowering taste of turmeric, a little goes a long way! This golden turmeric smoothie uses one small root that’s pretty potent. If you’re not used to consuming turmeric, you may want to halve that to start.
Absorption hack: In order for turmeric to absorb maximally, it needs a pinch of black pepper along with a dose of healthy fats. There's already coconut milk in the smoothie, so just sprinkle a tiny bit of pepper to maximize the effectiveness.
Storing: Smoothies are best enjoyed fresh, and this immune-boosting turmeric smoothie is no exception. If you must store it, place it in a jar in the fridge and give it a good shake before you sip.
Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Smoothie FAQs
Yes! Raw (or fresh) turmeric retains all of its amazing health benefits.
While it does have a slightly bitter taste, it can be eaten fresh. Moreover, fresh turmeric works best in smoothies, curries (like this peach curry), and cough remedies like fire cider. However, if you don’t have raw turmeric on hand, the dried powder works as well. You can learn more about the differences of fresh versus dried as well as how to use each one here.
To make a turmeric smoothie taste good, you want to pair it with naturally sweet fruits like mango, bananas, pineapples, and citrus.
Turmeric smoothies are best enjoyed fresh. However, you can meal prep them. Add all the ingredients except the dairy-free milk to a plastic bag and pop it in the freezer. When you need it, band it on the counter a few times to break it up and pop it into the blender with the milk.
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Turmeric Smoothie With Fresh Turmeric
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¾ cup mango frozen
- 1 carrot
- ¼ inch turmeric root peeled
- 3 tablespoons collagen powder
- 6 ice cubes
- 3 tablespoons coconut milk
- ½ apple peeled and chopped
- ⅔ cup almond milk
- ½ cup water
- ¼ inch fresh ginger peeled
- 1 tbs parsley optional
Instructions
- Prep (peel and slice) all your veggies and fruits.
- Add everything to the blender and pour the milk in on top
- Tip: if you don’t have an overly powerful blender, place all the liquids in first and then the produce- this makes it easier for the machine
- Blend the contents, gradually increasing the speed. Slowly add in the water. Use a tamper if needed.
- Blend until everything is smooth. Pour into glasses and enjoy!
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Glenda says
I'm loving the combination of apple and mango in this smoothie. That combo is one I hadn't tried before. It's delicious! Thanks!
fitasamamabear says
It's super refreshing!
MacKenzie says
Love all the health benefits of tumeric. Can’t wait to try this smoothie.
fitasamamabear says
Hope you enjoy it!
Emily says
I really liked the flavor combo here! I've been tryin to add more turmeric in my diet, and this was awesome. Thanks
fitasamamabear says
It can be a potent spice so this is definitely a nice way to get it in!
James Strange says
My wife used this recipe as a different way to take her collagen powder. This is now her morning go-to.
fitasamamabear says
I love it! Such an easy way to work it in.
Gen says
This is one of the best tasting smoothies I’ve encountered in a long time - thank you!
fitasamamabear says
No problem!
tina says
Love that this is so tasty and healthy at the same time
fitasamamabear says
Yes! Such a great way to sneak in nutrients