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A turmeric banana smoothie next to fresh turmeric, pomegranate arils, and a napkin.
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Turmeric Banana Smoothie

This turmeric banana smoothie is a delicious and nutritious way to kick off your morning! Great for athletes, and vegan and gluten free for those with dietary needs.
Course Breakfast, Drinks
Cuisine American, Indian
Keyword turmeric banana smoothie, turmeric protein shake
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 2 snack-size servings
Calories 239kcal
Author Snacking in Sneakers

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1 mandarin orange, peeled and halved
  • ½ cup frozen mango
  • ½ cup frozen pineapple
  • cup sweet potato puree (canned or homemade)
  • 1-inch piece peeled turmeric root (about ½ oz fresh, or can alternatively use 1 tsp ground turmeric)
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • 1 cup ready-to-drink unsweetened coconut milk (the kind from the refrigerated section or carton, *not* canned)
  • ½ scoop vanilla plant-based protein powder (optional)
  • 2 tbsp pomegranate arils (optional for topping)

Instructions

  • Blend everything except the pomegranate arils in a blender until smooth. Pour into two cups (or one large glass if drinking the full recipe) and garnish with the pomegranate arils (if using). Enjoy!

Notes

  • Feel free to use canned or homemade sweet potato puree for this recipe.
  • The pinch of black pepper helps the body absorb the helpful compounds in the turmeric.
  • This recipe uses the ready-to-drink coconut milk which is often sold in a refrigerated carton or shelf-stable carton. It is NOT the same as canned coconut milk. Canned coconut milk is much thicker, and higher in fat and calories.
  • This recipe makes 2 medium servings or 1 large serving.
 
Nutrition analysis (approximate based on 2 servings): 239 calories, 4 g fat, 2.5 g saturated fat, 110 mg sodium, 45.5 g carbohydrate, 6.5 g fiber, 24.5 g sugar, 8.5 g protein, Vitamin D: 6%, Calcium: 9%, Iron: 25%, Potassium: 16%
Nutrition analysis (approximate for entire recipe): 479 calories, 8 g fat, 4.5 g saturated fat, 210 mg sodium, 91 g carbohydrate, 12.5 g fiber, 48.5 g sugar, 17 g protein, Vitamin D: 13%, Calcium: 19%, Iron: 50%, Potassium: 31%

Nutrition

Calories: 239kcal