Coconut Turmeric Smoothie Recipe
A refreshing and nutrient-packed Coconut Turmeric Smoothie combining the natural sweetness of pineapple and dates with the anti-inflammatory benefits of turmeric and coconut. Perfect for a wholesome breakfast or an energizing snack, this smoothie is creamy, vibrant, and beautifully garnished with chia seeds and pomegranate arils for added texture and antioxidants.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 ripe coconut, cracked, coconut water reserved
- 1 can full-fat coconut milk
Sweeteners
- 4 dates (or 3 tablespoons honey)
Fruit and Flavorings
- 1 cup frozen pineapple
- 1 small knob fresh turmeric (or 1 teaspoon dried turmeric)
- pinch of Himalayan salt
Garnish
- Chia seeds
- Pomegranate arils
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Blender: In a high-speed blender, pour in the reserved coconut water from the cracked ripe coconut, add the canned full-fat coconut milk, dates (or honey), frozen pineapple, fresh or dried turmeric, and a pinch of Himalayan salt to enhance flavor.
- Blend Smoothie: Puree all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and the dates have blended thoroughly to achieve natural sweetness and a creamy texture.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the smoothie into a glass or bowl. Garnish generously with chia seeds and pomegranate arils to add crunch, bursts of flavor, and additional nutritional benefits.
Notes
- Fresh turmeric can be substituted with dried turmeric powder if unavailable.
- Adjust sweetness by using honey instead of dates according to preference.
- For a thinner smoothie, add extra coconut water as needed.
- Use frozen pineapple to maintain chill and add natural sweetness without watering down the smoothie.
- Chia seeds and pomegranate arils not only add texture but provide antioxidants and fiber.
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