Name: Mango Smoothie with Turmeric
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H5M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT4H5M0.000S
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup raw cashews, soaked in a cup of water for 4 to 6 hours; 2 cups frozen mango (one 284 g package); 1 frozen banana; 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice; 1/2 cup coconut water or water, plus more if needed for desired consistency; 2 teaspoons peeled and chopped fresh turmeric; 1 teaspoon peeled and chopped fresh ginger, optional; 1 to 2 tablespoons raw honey; 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract

Directions

Drain and rinse the cashews. Blend them with the mango, banana, orange juice, coconut water, turmeric, ginger if using, honey and vanilla in a blender on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. (Add more coconut water if you prefer a thinner consistency.)

Cook’s Note

You can often get fresh turmeric at Whole Foods, health food stores and Indian markets. You can substitute 1/4 teaspoon dried turmeric, but be sure the spice is reasonably fresh (meaning it hasn't been in your spice drawer for years-old dried turmeric tastes dusty and bitter). Coconut water has a natural sweet flavor; if you use plain water, you may need more honey (start with a tablespoon and add more to taste).