Mango, turmeric and ginger combine in this bright and sunny mango and turmeric smoothie a recipe full of flavor and antioxidants! You’ll want to make this beautiful vegan smoothie all winter long.
Post originally published September 2015; updated February 2023.
If I don’t start the day with a bowl of healthy oatmeal, I’m pulling out the blender to whip up a delicious, nutritious smoothie. I’ve had this Mango Turmeric Smoothie recipe on the blog for years and I still love it! With the long winters in Chicago, I really enjoy whipping up smoothies like this – it feels like a bit of a tropical getaway.
In order to get the best nutritional benefit, I like to incorporate different superfoods like chia seeds, ground flax, fresh ginger and more into my morning smoothies. Turmeric is one such antioxidant-laden superfood.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Packed with bright tropical flavor and color – this healthy smoothie is sure to bring some sunshine to even the cloudiest morning! You can even enjoy it as a healthy afternoon snack.
- This tropical smoothie is loaded with antioxidants that fight against chronic diseases thanks to mango, turmeric and ginger. It also contains tons of vitamin C which supports a healthy immune system.
- This recipe is vegan, gluten free, dairy free, egg free and made without added sugar. Make it nut-free by using both soy milk and soy-based yogurt.
Ingredients you will need
- Frozen Mango: this delicious tropical fruit is the basis of this delicious smoothie. I prefer a thick, frosty smoothie, so I use frozen mango. However, you can use fresh mango if you want.
- Banana: add fresh or frozen banana for some creaminess and some sweetness. The riper the bananas, the more sweetness they add to this smoothie.
- Vegan yogurt: add some creaminess and beneficial gut bacteria with some dairy-free yogurt. I really like Forager’s unsweetened cashew yogurt. Not vegan? Use your favorite brand of plain yogurt.
- Turmeric and Ginger: this combo tastes delicious, but it also includes this smoothie full of healthy antioxidants! I used fresh turmeric root and ginger, but you can use ground turmeric powder and ginger. Add some ground black pepper to your smoothie to better absorb the curcumin in turmeric.
- I’m Milk: I like to use plain, unsweetened soy milk in my smoothies because it has more protein than other plant-based milks. However, any plant-based milk such as almond, hemp, oat, or coconut will work for this smoothie.
- Orange: Whenever I make mango smoothies, I like to add some citrus because I feel like the acidity helps the mango flavor really pop. For this smoothie, you’ll want to add 1/2 of a navel orange. You can also use an orange face or a whole clementine/cutie (since they are smaller). In a pinch, you can also add the juice of 1/2 a lemon.
Smoothie boosters
- Protein powder: add even more protein to this shake by adding a scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder.
- Then: Hemp seeds, flax seeds, and chia seeds are an easy way to add more plant protein and heart-healthy fats to a smoothie like this. Just add 2 tablespoons to the blender before pureeing.
- Nut butter: add 1 to 2 tablespoons of nut butter like cashew or almond to this smoothie for some extra protein and heart-healthy fat.
Step by step
Step 1: Add all of your smoothie ingredients to a blender. Puree, adding more liquid if needed to help blend.
Second step: Puree until smooth and divide between two serving glasses.
Expert advice
- Adjust sweetness to taste: The combination of banana, mango and orange adds a lot of natural sweetness to this smoothie. If you feel you need more sweetness, add up to 1 tablespoon of maple syrup or agave.
- Adjust thickness: I like a really thick and frozen smoothie, so I use both frozen mango and banana. Use fresh fruit if you want a thinner smoothie. Smoothie too thick? Add more milk to thin it out as you grind it.
- Storage of fresh ginger root and turmeric: To extend the shelf life of our fresh ginger root and turmeric, we like to store ours in the freezer in a Stasher bag. Just peel and cut into 1/2- to 1-inch pieces.
Health benefits of turmeric
The main bioactive compound in turmeric is curcumin. Curcumin has been included in many research studies studying various chronic diseases. For centuries, turmeric has been used as a spice in Asian cuisine as well as a medicinal herb.
While the research on curcumin is interesting, it’s always important to remember that no one food is the key to good health. It’s about how you fill your entire plate versus one food.
- Heart health: Curcumin may help reduce the risk of heart disease by supporting the health of the endothelium, or lining of blood vessels.
- Alzheimer’s: Turmeric is a powerful antioxidant and also has anti-inflammatory properties. Because oxidative damage and inflammation in the brain can lead to Alzheimer’s disease, turmeric may help slow some of that damage and reduce the risk.
- Arthritis: Curcumin can reduce inflammation; some studies have found that it can help with arthritis which is caused by inflammation of the joints.
Frequently asked questions about recipes
Here are some different fruits that pair well with mango when making your next smoothie: banana, strawberries, raspberries, coconut, lime, lemon, orange, and pineapple.
Yes! If you don’t want to use milk, you can use orange juice or coconut water.
No! Since we are using frozen mango and banana for this smoothie, there is no need to add ice. I prefer to use frozen fruit instead of ice to thicken smoothies, as ice dilutes the flavor, which can lead to a bland smoothie.
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Mango and Turmeric Smoothie
Mango, turmeric, and ginger combine in this bright and sunny Mango Turmeric Smoothie that’s just packed with flavor and antioxidants! You’ll want to make this beautiful vegan smoothie all winter long.
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notes
- Adjust sweetness to taste: The combination of banana, mango and orange adds a lot of natural sweetness to this smoothie. If you feel you need more sweetness, add up to 1 tablespoon of maple syrup or agave.
- Adjust thickness: I like a really thick and frozen smoothie, so I use both frozen mango and bananas. Use fresh fruit if you want a thinner smoothie. Smoothie too thick? Add more milk to thin it out as you grind it.
- Storage of fresh ginger root and turmeric: To extend the shelf life of our fresh ginger root and turmeric, we like to store ours in the freezer in a Stasher bag. Just peel and cut into 1/2- to 1-inch pieces.
nutrition
Service: 1milkshake | Calories: 201kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated fats: 1g | Monounsaturated fats: 0.4g | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 559mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 1576UI | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 180mg | Iron: 1mg