This mango ginger turmeric smoothie is a delicious, nutrient-packed smoothie filled with mango, oats, ginger and anti-inflammatory turmeric. It's a great quick and healthy breakfast or snack.
For a super quick breakfast or snack that's packed with nutrition, you can't beat a homemade smoothie! This one features the superfood of the moment - turmeric - along with refreshing mango and ginger. If you are looking to reap the benefits of turmeric but are unsure how to incorporate it into your everyday meals, this smoothie is a great place to start.
Why You'll Love This Smoothie
Not only does this mango turmeric smoothie contain all of the anti-inflammatory goodness of turmeric, it's also tasty! The mango and ginger offer a a refreshing, sweet flavor to offset the sometimes strong flavor of turmeric. This smoothie has got plenty of protein and fiber for staying power that will keep you full thanks to oats and Greek yogurt. It also has a full serving of fruit, and is loaded with antioxidants!
Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric has been around for hundreds of years and is common in Indian cooking. The bright yellow-orange root has just recently become popular in the United States for its health benefits. Turmeric is high in a compound called curcumin, which gives the root it's anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Curcumin has been linked to:
- Reduced inflammation
- Reduced pain from inflammatory conditions, such as osteoarthritis, as well as exercise-induced inflammation
- Reduced oxidative stress
- Possible protection against degenerative brain disease, such as Alzheimer's
- Improvement in several markers of endothelial function, which is related to heart disease
- Possible mechanisms that could helps treat and prevent certain types on cancer (though these haven't yet been studied properly in humans).
- Possible improvement in symptoms of depression
It’s important to note that many of these studies are based on large dose supplements. Also, bioavailability of curcumin (or your body's ability to use it) is low. It's increased by compounds in black pepper, as well as by dietary fat, so add a pinch of pepper to your smoothie if you'd like, and use yogurt and/or milk that has a little fat.
The Ingredients
- Mango - I use frozen mango to make the smoothie nice and frosty without using ice.
- Oats - Rolled or quick oats both work. They add a little more fiber and staying power.
- Greek yogurt - plain Greek yogurt is a good source of protein and probiotics.
- Turmeric - You can use fresh or ground.
- Ginger
- Milk
- Honey - Add honey to taste, if you need it. I usually don't add any.
How To Make It
- If you're using fresh turmeric and ginger, slice them thinly.
- Add everything to a high speed blended (such as a Vitamix) and blend until smooth.
- Adjust the consistency as needed with more milk or ice.
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PrintMango Ginger Turmeric Smoothie
This mango ginger turmeric smoothie is a delicious, nutrient-packed smoothie filled with mango, oats, ginger and anti-inflammatory turmeric. It's a great quick and healthy breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: 1 smoothie 1x
- Category: smoothie
- Method: blended
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- ¾ cup mango cubes (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup oats (rolled or quick)
- ¼ cup plain greek yogurt
- ½ inch piece of ginger, sliced
- ½ inch piece fresh turmeric, sliced (or ½ tsp ground)
- ¼ cup milk of choice
- 4-5 ice cubes (if using fresh mango)
- Honey to taste
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients in a high-powered blender (such as a Vitamix). Add more milk as needed to achieve the right consistency.
- Enjoy right away.
Notes
- If you are used to less-sweet smoothies, you may not need the honey. I usually don't add it. Taste and adjust as needed.
- Feel free to add a scoop of your favorite protein powder.
Keywords: mango ginger turmeric smoothie, smoothie with turmeric
This post was originally published January 2017 and has been updated.
Tiffany says
Delicious!
★★★★★
Annika J Hoogestraat says
Delish! I added spinach for added iron and other nutrients. So good! My 15 month old is a big fan, too!
★★★★★
Kaleigh says
Great idea, and I'm so glad your little one likes it!
Lori says
I’m not Sure I have a high power blender but what I have tasted of the smoothie I am in the middle of making it is pretty dang good
Kaleigh says
Hi Lori! I'm glad you like it! 🙂
Brenda says
Sounds great, and how many calories are in 1 serving?
Kaleigh says
Hi Brenda, I don't provide nutrition information on my recipes, but you can calculate it using one of the many free online calculators. Thanks for stopping by!
Jen K says
This was super tasty and loved the bright orange color! Perfect for summer, and soon fall! Thank you! This is now my go to smoothie 🙂
Kaleigh says
Hi Jen, so glad you enjoy this smoothie! 🙂
Jacqueline says
Can ground ginger be used instead of fresh ginger?
Kaleigh says
You can use ground ginger, but it won't taste as strong in this recipe.
Beryl Skog says
The calorie count differs--Is it 305 calories (at the bottom of the recipe) or 460 calories at the top of the recipe--Thats a big discrepancy!
Kaleigh says
Hi Beryl, where do you see 460? Based on my calculations it is 305 cals. Thanks!
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Wow very tasty, love your ginger juice it is very refreshing drink. Thanks you so much.
nutritioulicious says
I'm totally with you - I like smoothies, but it's not my go-to meal or snack. But this smoothie does look delicious and love your use of turmeric!
paulineandjim says
never had a smoothie, but I am looking for ways to take turmeric, I thought
you should add pepper to any turmeric meal? and aren`t the oats a bit,,
well bitty?
Kaleigh says
Hi Pauline! Piperine, the active compound in black pepper, does increase the bioavailability of curcumin in turmeric. Fat also increases curcumin's bioavailability. The oats provide a little bit of healthfat along with extra fiber and give this smoothie extra staying power to kep you full 🙂 They blend right in as long as you have a high-powered blender!