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Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground turmeric (or 1 teaspoon fresh turmeric, grated)
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- 1 cup milk or unsweetened almond milk
- A pinch of black pepper (optional, may help increase turmeric absorption)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Note: Although the image shows a red onion, onion is not commonly used in smoothies because of its strong flavor. If you wish to include it, use only a very small piece (about 1 tablespoon finely chopped), but most people prefer to leave it out.
Instructions
Step 1
Peel the banana and cut it into chunks.
Step 2
Grate the fresh ginger (and fresh turmeric if using).
Step 3
Add the banana, ginger, turmeric, milk, honey, and black pepper to a blender.
Step 4
Blend for 30–60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Add a few ice cubes if you’d like a colder, thicker drink, then blend again.
Step 6
Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.
Tips
- Add a spoonful of Greek yogurt for extra creaminess and protein.
- Sprinkle a little cinnamon on top for additional flavor.
- Freeze sliced bananas ahead of time for a thicker smoothie without using ice.
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