Vegan Mango Turmeric Golden Milk (Printable Version)

A vibrant blend of sweet mango and warming turmeric spices creates this creamy, nourishing smoothie.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 cup ripe mango, peeled and diced (fresh or frozen)
02 - 1 small ripe banana (fresh or frozen)

→ Plant-Based Milk & Yogurt

03 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk beverage
04 - 1/2 cup coconut yogurt, unsweetened and vegan

→ Spices & Sweeteners

05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger or 1/2-inch fresh ginger, peeled
08 - 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar

→ Optional Boosts

10 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds
11 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 - Ice cubes as needed

# Directions:

01 - Add mango, banana, almond milk, coconut yogurt, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, black pepper, and maple syrup to a high-speed blender along with any optional ingredients.
02 - Blend on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Add ice cubes if a colder, thicker texture is desired and blend again.
03 - Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or spice intensity according to personal preference.
04 - Pour into serving glasses and serve immediately. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or additional chia seeds if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but actually makes you feel awake and energized, not weighed down.
  • Five minutes from craving to sipping means you'll actually make it on mornings when everything feels impossible.
  • The spices settle into your bones in the best way, especially on cold days when you need something warming.
02 -
  • Black pepper isn't just flavor—it's the unsung hero that makes turmeric's healing compounds actually absorbable by your body, so skipping it means you're only getting half the benefit.
  • Frozen fruit is your secret weapon for making this feel thick and luxurious without adding any ice that will dilute it, and it also means you can make this year-round without hunting for perfect fresh mangoes.
03 -
  • If your coconut yogurt is thick and stodgy, it means it wasn't blended enough—blend solo first with just the milk, then add it in the second round for silkier results.
  • Prep your mango and banana the night before by peeling and freezing them in portions so you can actually make this when you're still half asleep and don't have energy for knife work.
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