Turmeric pineapple smoothie

Ingredients

• 1½ cups frozen pineapple chunks
• 1 cup coconut water
• 1 inch fresh turmeric root, peeled and chopped
• 1 inch fresh ginger root, peeled and chopped
• Juice of ½ lime
• ½ frozen banana
• 1 pinch black pepper, optional
• ½ cup ice

Method

1. 1. Add the pineapple, coconut water, turmeric, ginger, lime juice, banana and optional black pepper to a blender.
2. 2. Blend on high until smooth, then add the ice and blend again until cold.
3. 3. Pour into glasses and rinse the blender promptly; fresh turmeric can stain surfaces.

Estimated nutrition

calories

145 calories

fat

1 g fat

carbohydrate

35 g carbohydrates

protein

2 g protein

fiber

4 g fiber

Approximate values per serving. Nutrition varies with ingredients, brands and portion sizes.

Substitutions

• Use ½ teaspoon ground turmeric in place of fresh turmeric.
• Mango can replace banana.
• Use plain water instead of coconut water.

Good to know

Fresh turmeric stains cutting boards and fabric. Use a washable board and rinse the blender immediately after serving.

Cultural context

Jamaica / Ginger, turmeric and tropical fruit

Ginger, turmeric and tropical fruit are familiar flavors in Jamaican cooking and drinks. This smoothie is a contemporary, fruit-forward interpretation rather than a claim about one traditional Jamaican preparation.

Traditional use: Ginger and turmeric are used as culinary roots in drinks, seasonings and foods across Jamaica and the Caribbean, with recipes varying by family and region.

What research suggests: Turmeric and ginger contain studied plant compounds, but kitchen quantities are not a substitute for medical care or a prescribed treatment.

Safety note: Turmeric and ginger can bother some stomachs and may interact with medicines, including some that affect bleeding. Ask a clinician if you take medication or have a health condition.

Questions, answered.

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