Mango Turmeric Smoothie

Prep Time:30 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes Servings: 4 minutes

Kick-start your mornings with this speedy smoothie, packed with tropical fruit flavors. Its lively yellow hue is boosted by anti-inflammatory turmeric. Grate fresh turmeric with a microplane grater or use ground turmeric in its place. Ginger provides a zesty kick, but feel free to omit it for a milder flavor.

Ingredients:
  • 1 cup frozen mango chunks
  • 1 medium banana
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk beverage
  • 1 (5.3-ounce) container reduced-fat mango-flavored strained (greek-style) yogurt (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh turmeric or 3/4 teaspoon ground turmeric, plus more ground turmeric for garnish
  • 1/4 teaspoon cardamom
  • 1/8 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
  • unsweetened shredded coconut for garnish (optional)
Directions:
  1. Place mango, banana, coconut milk, yogurt, lemon juice, turmeric, cardamom and ginger (if using) in a blender. Process until smooth, about 20 seconds. Pour into a glass; garnish with coconut and ground turmeric, if desired.