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Tropical Turmeric Golden Milk Vegan Smoothie {Anti-inflammatory Booster}

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Anti-inflammatory boosting Tropical Turmeric Golden Milk Smoothie! A paleo and vegan friendly smoothie packed with the mega nutrients from turmeric tea golden milk and tropical fruit combined! Packed with fiber, healthy fats, and a whole lotta nourishment!

Anti-inflammatory boosting Tropical Turmeric Golden Milk Smoothie! A paleo and vegan friendly smoothie packed with the mega nutrients from turmeric tea golden milk and tropical fruit combined! Packed with fiber, healthy fats, and a whole lotta nourishment!

Well well well… guess what’s trending? Um, yes. Turmeric Golden Milk. And it’s about time! We have used turmeric tea  “golden” milk and turmeric lemonade in recipes and vegan smoothies for years, due to the amazing anti-inflammatory benefits. It was our go to for recovery after my husband’s hard training weeks, racing, etc.  But I’m guessing some celebrity used it in a “detox” and now the whole world is golden milk obsessed. Haha, okay maybe I’m exaggerating. I wish I could take credit for it’s new trending fame, I can’t. Darn!

Regardless of turmeric tea golden milk being trendy, it really does deserve some recognition for its super duper healthy benefits.

HOW TO MAKE Turmeric GOLDEN MILK SMOOTHIES  (1 MIN):

*Be sure to use unsweetened coconut milk if you are using canned*

Ahem… oh golden milk. I love thee. Let me count the ways.

You are:

  • GOLDEN (as in A STAR) –> because Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. It has UNREAL anti-inflammatory effects and can help reduce chronic inflammation in the body/muscles.
  • An amazing ANTIOXIDANT and can help fight against oxidative stress in the body (which is needed during summer due to sun exposure, travel, etc.)
  • BRAIN BOOSTING – Curcumin is believed to boost levels of the brain hormone BDNF. This hormone helps decrease age-related brain function and brain degenerative diseases. (source)
  • BLOOD SUGAR REGULATING – Curcumin reduces the activity of certain liver enzymes that release sugar into the bloodstream. But at the same time curcumin also will  activate enzymes that store sugar as glycogen. So really, it’s all about improving the insulin receptor when sugar is released.
  • CANCER FIGHTING – Yes, all these health perks and more can reduce your chances of disease. Love love love that.

Okay so we know Turmeric is amazing but why Turmeric tea Golden milk? Well, it’s because in order to get more “bang for your buck” from turmeric, the curcumin needs to be EXTRACTED. Which is what happens when you steep the turmeric Spice in a tea with “milk” Hence the golden MILK! Oh and the black pepper added is what helps you really absorb the curcumin. I know, so much thoughts here. But that’s why you have me. To explain the KEY points and then give you a tasty tropical turmeric milk vegan smoothie to follow up with it. Right?

Anti-inflammatory boosting Tropical Turmeric Golden Milk Smoothie! A paleo and vegan friendly smoothie packed with the mega nutrients from turmeric tea golden milk and tropical fruit combined! Packed with fiber, healthy fats, and a whole lotta nourishment!

Yea I’m loving all tropical smoothies I’m hoping this type of tropical golden vegan smoothie will become trendy. It’s possible, right?

Turmeric Golden Milk Vegan Tropical Smoothie!! A healthy Anti-inflammatory smoothie with nutrients from turmeric golden milk and tropical fruit combined!

It’s made with banana (potassium), papaya (digestive enzyme support), coconut milk, frozen mango, and of course the turmeric and black pepper to make it golden and powerful to boot!

Plus all you need to do is just BREW and BLEND!

Anti-inflammatory boosting Tropical Turmeric Golden Milk Smoothie! A paleo and vegan friendly smoothie packed with the mega nutrients from turmeric tea golden milk and tropical fruit combined! Packed with fiber, healthy fats, and a whole lotta nourishment!

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  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 5 min
  • Total Time: 10
  • Yield: 2
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Tropical Turmeric Golden Milk Vegan Smoothie {Anti-inflammatory Booster}

Ingredients

To brew the Golden Milk:

  • 2 Cups Coconut or Almond Milk (plain)
  • 1 tsp ground Turmeric
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tbsp agave or maple syrup or honey

Ingredients to add for Smoothie:

  • brewed golden milk (above)
  • 1 banana (fresh or frozen)
  • half of a papaya (about 2 cups. Fresh or Frozen). You can also use pineapple instead.
  • 1 cup frozen mango
  • 2 tbsp coconut cream (optional)
  • vanilla (1 tsp or less)
  • optional to add more agave/maple syrup if desired.

Instructions

  1. First brew the golden milk.
  2. Combine all your ingredients (the first 5 from the golden milk list) in a small sauce pan or stock pot. Bring to a quick boil the reduce to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Whisk all together until blended.
  3. Remove and let cool.
  4. Once cooled, combine your golden milk with the rest of you smoothie ingredients listed.
  5. Blend fruit, golden milk, vanilla, optional coconut milk, etc.
  6. Blend until smooth. Serve up!
  7. If you don’t have papaya, feel free to use frozen or fresh pineapple in it’s place.

Notes

Make ahead tip! Feel free to brew the golden milk first and keep in fridge until ready to make a smoothie. Or enjoy as is!!

Adjust sweetness to your liking.

Golden Milk Vegan Smoothie

Turmeric Golden Milk Vegan Tropical Smoothie!! A healthy Anti-inflammatory smoothie with nutrients from turmeric golden milk and tropical fruit combined!

So Have I convinced you to hop on the golden train? I mean the turmeric gold milk train? Oh gosh, i’m corny. I know.

Either way, if you are active, stressed, traveling a ton, or just need an IMMUNITY boost, then blend up one of this potent vegan smoothie and enjoy…. DAILY! I also like just making the golden milk on it’s own in place of coffee. It’s a great way to sip on something nourishing in the morning and give your body a little TLC without caffeine. A morning tea!

 In the meantime, I’ll hand you a blended one to try! 

Nourishing Turmeric Golden Milk Vegan Tropical Smoothie!! A healthy Anti-inflammatory smoothie with nutrients from turmeric golden milk and tropical fruit combined!

p.s. don’t wear white when handling turmeric. It’s also powerful in COLOR. Like whoa!

Turmeric .. love it or not? Have you tried golden milk yet?

Cheers!

 

Tropical Turmeric Golden Milk Smoothie! A paleo and vegan friendly smoothie packed with Anti-inflammatory boosting nutrients, fiber, healthy fats, and a whole lotta goodness! Easy to make for a healthy breakfast or anytime. @cottercrunch

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  1. SO I guess definitely don’t give this to my husband (he would totally spill it on himself). The man can’t be trusted with anything. He tends to fling food at himself as it rushes towards him mouth. Um, SLOW IT DOWN sir.

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  13. I definitely need to get my hands on some turmeric! You’re right — it’s everywhere these days! Thanks for more healthy inspiration!

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  15. I am a big fan of turmeric – in curries and sautes – anything savory – but, Lindsay, this is blowing my mind! Love how you combined papaya and mango (my all time favorite fruits) with turmeric in this smoothie – deeelicious and deeeelightful!

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  16. So I feel healthier just LOOKING at the gorgeous smoothie… I can’t imagine how much better it would be if I was actually drinking it. Oh man. I haven’t hopped on the golden milk bandwagon yet, but you’re definitely making me want to give it a go!

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  22. I LOVE golden milk recipes. They have some amazing turmeric lattes here in Sydney and I love them. I love the look of this smoothie too! I have been loving tropical fruits since I have been in Oz. Papayas, mangos etc -SO GOOD. I wonder if I can say love one more time in this comment!?

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  24. I’ve been alllll about turmeric lassis the last couple of years and am psyched to try your golden milk using coconut milk – it looks sooo flavorful and I love all the health benefits!

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  26. Is there anything that I can substitute for papaya, because I am so sorry to say this but I cannot STAND that fruit! XD Otherwise, this turmeric golden milk looks beautiful! The colors just POP so well!

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  28. This looks like some work but so worth it. In East Indian culture, we drink the golden milk (with cinnamon in it too) after childbirth. Supposed to be very healing and cleansing.

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  29. Love tumeric, this looks great!

    And if you’d ever like a copyeditor, please let me know. A few typos in this article…

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  30. Thank you! I prep breakfast in our house the night before (aka overnight oats) would the smoothie be still yummy and as nutritional if I blended it the night before? Or would it need to be made and enjoyed immediately?

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  31. Thank you! I prep breakfast in our house the night before (aka overnight oats) would the smoothie be still yummy and as nutritional if I blended it the night before? Or would it need to be made and enjoyed immediately? Also, what is the benefit of brewing the milk vs blending ingredients together?

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