Mānuka Mango & Turmeric Smoothie
A golden, gut-friendly smoothie boosted with manuka honey and anti-inflammatory turmeric
A vibrant smoothie blending frozen mango, banana, oat milk and a spoonful of Mānuka honey. Turmeric, ginger and chia add anti-inflammatory and gut-supporting benefits — perfect for breakfast or a morning pick-me-up. Quick to make and great on social media for its golden colour.
Timing
Cook Time: PT0M
Prep Time: PT7M
Rest Time: PT5M
Total Time: PT12M
Active Time: PT7M
Ingredients
1
cup
frozen mango
(Notes: cubed)
1
small
banana
(Notes: ripe, fresh or frozen)
1
cup
oat milk
(Notes: plain or barista-style for creaminess)
2
tablespoons
manuka honey
(Notes: use UMF/MGO grade you prefer; adds sweetness and flavour)
1
teaspoon
fresh turmeric
(Notes: grated (or 1/2 tsp ground turmeric))
1
teaspoon
fresh ginger
(Notes: grated)
1
tablespoon
chia seeds
(Notes: soaked in 3 tbsp water for 5 minutes (optional))
1
handful
baby spinach
(Notes: optional for extra greens)
1
pinch
ground black pepper
(Notes: helps absorption of curcumin from turmeric)
1
tablespoon
lemon juice
(Notes: freshly squeezed)
3-4
cubes
ice
(Notes: optional, for extra chill)
Instructions
Step 1
If using, stir chia seeds into 3 tablespoons water and let them swell for about 5 minutes while you prep other ingredients.
Tip: Soaked chia makes the smoothie slightly thicker and adds a pleasant texture.
Timing: PT5M
Step 2
Add oat milk, frozen mango, banana, grated turmeric and ginger to a high-speed blender.
Tip: Put liquids in first to help the blades move freely and prevent air pockets.
Step 3
Spoon in the soaked chia (or dry chia if you skipped soaking), baby spinach, lemon juice and a pinch of black pepper.
Tip: Spinach wilts easily when blended and won’t affect the mango’s golden colour much.
Step 4
Blend on high for about 60 seconds until smooth and creamy. If mixture is too thick, add a little more oat milk and pulse to combine.
Tip: Stop and scrape down the sides once if needed to ensure an even blend.
Timing: PT1M
Step 5
Taste and sweeten with manuka honey, starting with 2 tablespoons and adding more if you like it sweeter. Blend briefly to incorporate.
Tip: Warm the honey slightly between your hands if it’s very thick — it mixes more easily when runny.
Timing: PT20S
Step 6
Pour into two tall glasses, garnish with a sprinkle of chia or a thin turmeric slice and serve immediately.
Tip: Serve chilled for best texture; the vibrant golden colour makes for a great Instagram shot.