Anti-inflammatory Pineapple Banana Turmeric Smoothie Recipe
This Anti-inflammatory Pineapple Banana Turmeric Smoothie is a refreshing and health-boosting drink, combining tropical pineapple and creamy banana with the powerful anti-inflammatory properties of turmeric, enhanced by chia seeds and a touch of black pepper to maximize absorption. Naturally sweetened with honey and made with water or coconut water, this smoothie offers a vibrant, nutritious start to your day or a revitalizing snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 1 cup pineapple chunks, fresh or frozen
- 1 small banana
Spices and Seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Pinch of black pepper
Liquids
- 1 cup water or coconut water
Sweetener
- Honey, to taste
Instructions
- Add Pineapple: Start by adding the pineapple chunks to the blender. Whether fresh or frozen, pineapple is firm and needs thorough blending. Frozen pineapple helps create a thicker, creamier smoothie.
- Add Banana: Add the small banana next. Its soft texture adds natural creaminess and helps blend the ingredients smoothly together.
- Add Turmeric: Sprinkle in about 1/4 teaspoon of turmeric powder to impart anti-inflammatory benefits without overpowering the fruit flavors. Adjust according to your taste.
- Add Chia Seeds: Add 1 tablespoon of chia seeds. Blending thoroughly will evenly distribute them throughout the smoothie. Soaking is optional if using a high-powered blender.
- Add Liquid: Pour in 1 cup of water or coconut water. Start with less and add more if needed to reach your preferred thickness.
- Add Flavor Enhancers: Add a pinch of black pepper to enhance turmeric absorption, and drizzle honey for natural sweetness according to your taste.
- Blend: Blend everything on high speed for 60 to 90 seconds until the smoothie is smooth and golden in color, ensuring all ingredients are fully combined.
Notes
- Using frozen pineapple will give the smoothie a thicker, milkshake-like texture.
- Soaking chia seeds beforehand is optional, but high-powered blenders can blend them well without soaking.
- Black pepper enhances the absorption of curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric.
- Adjust the amount of honey or substitute with another sweetener as preferred.
- This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh for maximum nutrient benefits.
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