Reduce inflammation and pain, boost immunity, and improve skin health with a delicious Golden Beet, Orange, and Turmeric Smoothie. This vibrant drink is vegan, dairy-free, and 100% tasty!
Beets (including the beautiful golden beet) are filled with anti-inflammatory properties. Due to betalains (antioxidants) found in beets and other red and yellow fruits and veggies, the extraordinary beet helps fight free radicals and reduce inflammation. Combined with turmeric (another powerhouse) that is known for its medicinal properties, this vibrant golden smoothie will help reduce inflammation, increase immunity, and make your skin glow!
Many people are familiar with the red beet, known for its vibrant hues, but did you know that there are other delicious and nutritious beet varieties? Sweet in taste, the Golden Beet has a vibrant yellow color. Plus - it’s less likely to make a mess in the kitchen! Like the red beet, this extraordinary root vegetable is filled with numerous antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Combine the golden beet with oranges (great for immunity health), turmeric, and ginger (an added bonus) and this smoothie is packed with ingredients to help you feel your best!
GOLDEN BEET HEALTH BENEFITS
Golden beets are full of trace minerals, such as potassium, magnesium, and manganese, important for muscle contraction, nerve transmission, and immune system health. Beets are also packed with fiber and antioxidants to detox the liver and colon of waste and toxins, helping create beautiful glowing skin! To learn more about skin health and beets, peruse Beautiful Skin with Beautiful Beets.
ORANGE HEALTH BENEFITS
Yup. It’s no surprise that oranges (and pineapple - also included in this recipe) can help boost immunity as they are rich in Vitamin C, but did you know that Vitamin C also plays a huge roll in in the formation of collagen? Upping your Vitamin C intake with healthy vegetables and fruits, such as oranges, will help fight sun damage and improve the overall texture of your skin.
TURMERIC HEALTH BENEFITS
This gorgeous spice is a powerful food for reducing inflammation! Its unique taste and color is often used in curries, AND turmeric offers incredible health benefits. This amazing super spice is known to reduce inflammation, improve arthritis symptoms, and improve skin health due to the spice’s incredible antioxidants which aid the detoxification process. Turmeric can be purchased as a dried (powdered) spice or you can find turmeric root in many grocery stores.
GINGER HEALTH BENEFITS
This delicious root is packed with nutritional health benefits for aiding digestion, reducing inflammation and pain, and improving cardiovascular function. Healthy digestion and reducing inflammation is key for healthy skin!
This Anti-inflammatory Smoothie with Golden Beets, Oranges, and Turmeric (plus a hint of ginger) is rich with nutrients AND flavor. Turmeric and ginger add some subtle spice paired with sweet oranges and pineapple for a tropical taste blended beautifully with the golden beets’ earthy sweetness. Coconut water adds a refreshing element, and coconut milk provides a delicious creamy dairy-free texture. This smoothie is absolutely delightful!
Cheers to living happy and healthy lives!
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY SMOOTHIE WITH GOLDEN BEET, ORANGE, AND TURMERIC RECIPE (VEGAN / GLUTEN-FREE)
INGREDIENTS (serves 2-3)
3 oranges
2 small-medium golden beets
½ cup frozen pineapple
1/2 tsp ground (or fresh) turmeric
1/2 tsp grated ginger, fresh
1 cup coconut water
1/2 cup coconut milk
DIRECTIONS
1. Wash and peel oranges, removing pith.
2. Wash and peel golden beets.
3. In high-speed blender, blend oranges, beets, frozen pineapple, coconut water, coconut milk, ground turmeric and fresh grated ginger.
4. Blend until smooth and serve in two mason jars, wine glasses, or other glassware.
Enjoy!
For More Golden Beet Recipes, Try the Following:
Golden Beet, Kale, and Peach Smoothie / Golden Beet, Grapefruit, and Fennel Salad / Golden Beet, Orange, and Mango Smoothie
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