This Tropical Coconut Turmeric Smoothie is made with real ingredients and is ultra – refreshing. It is tangy, sweet, thick and creamy in taste. This smoothie is a spring favorite nourishing beverage.
As the weather is changing so are the fresh produce in the stores. The spring ingredients are so inviting and refreshing. With the clear and crisp weather outside I decided to celebrate it with this sunshine in a glass.
While I enjoyed this rejuvenating smoothie under the bright sun, I remembered every moment of my little baby who is growing up too fast.
It is true that I am still struggling to get back into my pre-pregnancy weight. I am normal and not a super human. I might be taking longer than others to get back in shape. However, I am definitely back into healthy and low calorie eating.
I do have old school thoughts of nursing my baby until she is one year old. It might sound crazy in this era but I did it for my first born too.
So, if I am taking longer to lose weight it is very natural.
Therefore, calling out all the nursing moms that it takes an effort and sacrifice to nurture infants. It is ok if you still look pregnant. In the long term your babies will gain and so will you 😊
However, I plan to eat healthy, nutritious and low-calorie food. This way I not only provide energy to myself, my baby also gets the required balanced nutrition. In the end it’s a win-win situation.
Ingredients of Tropical Coconut Turmeric Smoothie
Banana
Orange
Mango
Root turmeric
Root ginger
Coconut flakes
Unsweetened coconut milk
Benefits of Tropical Coconut Turmeric Smoothie
Helps facilitate good digestion
Substitutes well for lunch
Has immense antibiotics for healing
Contains good cholesterol and good fats
Its hydrating and loaded with vitamin C
It is a good source of potassium
All in all, this smoothie is easy to blend and budget friendly too. In my current haphazard schedule this smoothie revitalizes me. It rejuvenates me when I feel low and boosts me with energy.
It’s a versatile beverage. This smoothie contents me for my mid-morning snack. Sometimes, it also fills me for my lunch. Overall, it’s my most-liked go to snack/lunch as this smoothie brings me joy and pleasure at all times.
Tropical Coconut Turmeric Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 large ripe banana (peeled)
- 1 whole mandarin/naval orange (peeled)
- 1 cup mango chunks (fresh/frozen)
- 1/4 inch root turmeric
- 1/4 inch root ginger
- 2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes
- 2 cups coconut milk (tetra pack)
- 1/4 cup crushed ice (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender combine all the ingredients and blend it smooth.
- Take some coconut flakes in a bowl/plate and keep it aside. Now, rub the glass rim with orange/lemon wedge. Dip the glass rim in the coconut flakes. (This step is totally optional, it is for presentation purpose).
- Pour the smoothie in the serving glasses. Top it with very little grated root turmeric.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- It is totally optional to top this smoothie with grated root turmeric. However, it gives a rustic and strong taste. Moreover, its great for presentation.
- Make sure all the fruits used in this smoothie are ripe or else it will taste too tangy.
- If you are using frozen mango then you may feel free to skip ice.
Nutrition
Autumn (Biscotti and a Ph.D.) says
This sounds so delish! I’ve heard so many great things about turmeric, but I haven’t ever actually used it myself. This smoothie seems like the best opportunity!
Carmen Edelson says
Orange, mango, and banana?! Sold! This looks delicious, thanks for sharing.
Gunjan says
Thank you Carmen, Hope you enjoy this smoothie as much as we did.
Amanda says
Now that spring is finally here, this looks like the perfect recipe to celebrate the change of seasons! I’m a sucker for anything tropical flavored. Thanks for sharing!
Madi Rowan says
Oh this looks so delicious!! I am making this tomorrow! I love using turmeric whenever I possibly can! Thanks for sharing!
-Madi xo |
Shannah says
This looks so good! Turmeric is so good to keep inflammation at bay and all the fresh fruit looks wonderful! Can’t wait to try it!
Gunjan says
Thank you Shannah. I totally agree on turmeric. Its a must in our diet on a regular basis. Hope you enjoy this smoothie.
Holly says
I absolutely LOVE turmeric! Will definitely have to try this.
Dan from Platter Talk says
I just made this smoothie and have to say, it’s one of the best such concoctions. that I have ever tasted. I am trying to incorporate more tumeric into my recipes and think I may have just found a favorite new use for it.
Gunjan says
Thank you Dan for trying out this smoothie. I am so happy that you liked it.
Leanne says
This tropical smoothie looks so nutritious and refreshing! Thanks for sharing your recipe, will try to make one this weekend!
Dominique | Perchance to Cook says
I know I’m going to love this this smoothie because it has basically all of my favorite ingredients. What a delicious way to incorporate turmeric into your diet! Yum!
Tammy says
I love turmeric. I make a turmeric, ginger, and lemon tea and it is so good and healthy for you. I just love adding it to my drinks..definitely want to try this smoothie now 😀
Kasey says
Looks so bright and refreshing! Can’t wait to try it!
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Jennifer says
This looks so delicious and refreshing! I love that it has both the brightness of orange, and the health benefits of tumeric.
Lorie says
This sounds so refreshing! I love adding turmeric to my smoothies and am always looking for new delicious ways to add it to my diet!
Michelle says
This looks so refreshing! I love mango and coconut together so I know I’m going to love this, I can’t wait to make it!
lauren says
This sounds like sipping on summer! So many bright and refreshing ingredients. The turmeric and ginger add such a pop of flavor.
Karyl Henry says
I’m loving all the flavors in this smoothie. And you are right, it is brightness in a glass! Looks very refreshing
kerri says
This sounds delicious!
Andrea says
This looks like summer in a glass! I’m a huge fan of adding turmeric and ginger into smoothies, will try it super soon!
Nicole says
Definitely making! I love all of these ingredients. This looks like something my kid would also like!
Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life says
I’m always hearing about how healthy turmeric is and how it has great anti-inflammatory properties, but I just don’t have that many recipes that call for it. This smoothie looks so refreshing, and something with some natural anti-inflammatory properties would be perfect for my husband who has an arthritic knee. Can’t wait to whip this up for us!