Delicious Golden Milk Recipe

Golden milk is a delicious, calming beverage typically served hot. However, I've incorporated the same potent spices into this smoothie, allowing you to enjoy its benefits throughout the spring and summer months. Turmeric is the star ingredient in this smoothie, and its benefits are enhanced when combined with a specific blend of spices, which improve absorption by the body. This smoothie is packed with antioxidants, tropical fruits, and a boost of protein powder, making it not only delicious but also nutritious! It's the perfect start to your day, boosting your energy and adding pep to your step.

Golden Milk Smoothie Benefits:

• Mango – a great source of carbohydrates and antioxidants, providing energy for your day.

• Banana – rich in potassium, manganese, and other nutrients, offering an additional energy source from carbohydrates.

• Protein powder – a healthy source of complete plant-based protein, providing essential building blocks for an active day.

• Turmeric – contains beneficial compounds called curcuminoids, with curcumin being the most potent. It's a powerful antioxidant that supports the body's defenses by neutralizing free radicals.

• Cinnamon – a potent antioxidant that helps maintain your health.

• Ginger – a powerful spice that aids digestion and offers numerous health benefits.

• Black Pepper – essential for enhancing the absorption of curcumin in turmeric, thanks to the piperine it contains.

Tips:

To sweeten the smoothie, add extra mango and banana. Using frozen fruit will thicken the smoothie, as will adding ice. (Bonus: add spinach for extra nutrition. You won't taste it, but you'll benefit from its nutritional value.)

Prep Time:

5-10 minutes

Yields:

1 smoothie

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

• Calories: 240
• Fat: 4 grams
• Carbs: 32 grams
• Fiber: 5 grams
• Protein: 24 grams
• Sugar: 20 grams (0g added sugar)

Ingredients:

• ½ cup mango, fresh or frozen
• ½ banana, fresh or frozen
• ½ cup almond milk
• 1 scoop protein powder, vanilla
• ½ tsp turmeric, ground
• ¼ tsp cinnamon, ground
• ¼ tsp ginger, ground
• dash of black pepper
• 1-2 cups of ice

Instructions:

Blend all ingredients together in a high-speed blender until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Ashley Sornsin is a Nutrition Coach and the owner of BUFF protein bites. She believes food is medicine and has a passion for helping people realize that eating healthy can also be delicious!

Connect with Ashley online: www.eatlivebebuff.com or on social media @ashleysornsin

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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1. Carbohydrates. Harvard School of Public Health. Read source

2. Bananas 101. Healthline. Read source

3. Curcumin. National Library of Medicine. Read source

4. Ginger. Johns Hopkins Medicine. Read source

5. Black Pepper. Healthline. Read source

Updated 4/6/22