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    Mango Turmeric Ginger Smoothie

    Published: Jan 4, 2019 · Modified: Feb 21, 2021 by Tera Gigot with Leave a Comment · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This mango turmeric ginger smoothie is packed with nutrients and anti-inflammatory ingredients to leave you feeling nourished and refreshed.

    Mango turmeric ginger smoothie in tall glass

    HAPPY NEW YEAR! And welcome to the first recipe of 2019. It is, of course, a smoothie recipe to help you feel refreshed after a holiday of indulging -- which, I might add, you should always do and never feel bad about it! For real, though, the holidays get us out of our routines in every way: eating, sleeping, working out, and generally living how we usually live. Which is why a mango turmeric ginger smoothie is absolutely in order. It's something that, after you drink it, you just feel... good. Clean. Energized. Like the picture of health. And maybe a little cold if you drink it too fast like me.

    Mango turmeric ginger smoothie topped with chia seeds and coconut flakes

    So here's the thing about smoothies for me, as far as meals go. I cannot get by with just fruit and veggies and milk and ice. For a snack? Yes. For a meal? Bring on the protein and hearty goodness because I need to last until breakfast number TWO (some call it a mid-morning snack but I usually transgress the snack boundary) and I can't do it on juice alone.

    That's why, for you, I made this smoothie how I always make mine: thick with milkshake consistency, and packed with nutrient-dense, clean ingredients that will fill you up, yet leave you feeling light and energized.

    Mango turmeric ginger smoothie topped with chia seeds and coconut flakes

    Mango Turmeric Ginger Smoothie Ingredients

    1. Mango. I'm typically a heavy user of frozen bananas in smoothies, but I left them out of this one. Since frozen mangoes give smoothies the equivalent creamy texture that we get from frozen bananas, it totally worked. Kinda like mango sorbet. YUM.
    2. Turmeric. Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric is a superfood that'll give this smoothie a beautiful color without a turmeric taste (not that turmeric tastes bad).
    3. Fresh Ginger. Again with the anti-inflammatory! This is also a known healer and stomach-soother, and I love the flavor it adds to the mango -- just a ½-inch piece will do the trick! Get at it.
    4. Protein Powder. I LOVE protein powder! It gives smoothies a beautiful consistency and thickness, while adding extra macronutrients to the mix. The key, though, is using a quality protein powder. To me, this means choosing something plant-based with ingredients you can pronounce, and little to no added sugar. There are some quality dairy-based protein powders out there as well, but I personally feel better when I don't consume whey (not to mention whey is the remnant of curdled and strained milk, which totally goons me out). Just do your research and choose what works best for you, and remember not to compromise quality. Luckily there are affordable, quality options for both milk-based and plant-based protein powders. Here are just a few that I love: Nutiva Organic Hemp Plain Protein, Nutiva Organic Hemp Vanilla Protein, and Aloha Vanilla Protein Powder.
    5. Almond Milk. Or whatever milk works for you :). I think coconut would be tasty!
    6. Maca Powder. Totally optional, but I love to toss in a teaspoon or three of this superfood known for energy and balancing hormones. I like this kind or this kind.

    Oh, and if you're feeling like you want a little extra texture and flavor, top it with coconut flakes, chia seeds, fruit, or any other toppings you like 🙂

    Mango turmeric ginger smoothie topped with chia seeds and coconut flakes

    One other thing I'd like to recommend, if I may, is investing in a high-speed blender if you haven't already! A regular blender will most certainly work, but I really believe that after I got a high-quality, high-speed blender (this set, specifically), my smoothies were even more legit (read: creamy and dreamy), no matter how tough the ingredient. Almonds are easily pulverized. Raw veggies blend right in with the fruit.

    Basically, if you've been thinking about it for a long time and haven't yet treated yourself to a high-speed blender, JUST DO IT. I mean, you don't have to, but you will love it so much and use it everyday and it will last for years!

    But like I said, high-speed blender or not, you will get a deliciously creamy, milkshake-like protein smoothie that will fuel you through your day, and start you off on a healthy note in January 2019.  I hope you love it as much as I do! Be on the lookout for more recipes and tips coming your way for a smoothie-filled month!

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    This mango turmeric ginger smoothie is packed with nutrients and anti-inflammatory ingredients to leave you feeling nourished and refreshed.

    • Author: Tera
    • Prep Time: 5
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 1 1x
    • Category: Smoothies
    • Method: Blend
    • Cuisine: American

    Ingredients

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    • 1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
    • 1 scoop protein powder (vanilla, coconut, or unflavored work best)*
    • ¾ cup frozen mango
    • ½-inch fresh ginger root
    • ½-1 teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1 tbsp maca powder, optional
    • A couple ice cubes

    Instructions

    1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Add a splash more almond milk or some ice water to keep things moving if it's too thick.
    2. Top with chia seeds and/or coconut flakes. Enjoy!

    Notes

    *I love plant-based protein powders. Here are a couple of my favorites: Nutiva Organic Hemp Plain Protein, Nutiva Organic Hemp Vanilla Protein, and Aloha Vanilla Protein Powder.

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