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Coconut, Mango, Lime, and Turmeric Smoothie

Serves 1.

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Coconut, Mango, Lime, and Turmeric Smoothie
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Tip

Because mango adds wonderful sweetness to this smoothie, you may wish to omit the honey or maple syrup to substantially reduce the total amount of sugars. Frozen mango cubes make a delicious dessert on their own, straight from the freezer, tasting a lot like sorbet. [/callout]

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) coconut water, plus more to thin
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL) lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp (15 mL) honey or maple syrup
  • 1 cup (250 mL) frozen mango cubes
  • 2 Tbsp (30 mL) hempseeds
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) ground turmeric
  • 1/8 tsp (0.5 mL) ground black pepper
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 ice cubes
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) chia seeds (optional)

Nutrition

Per serving:

  • calories 362
  • protein 12g
  • fat 13g
    • saturated fat 1g
    • trans fat 0g
  • carbohydrates 53g
    • sugars 45g
    • fibre 5g
  • sodium 228mg

Directions

01
In high-speed blender, add all ingredients except chia seeds, if using, in order listed. Blend until smooth, thinning with additional coconut water as needed. Quickly pulse in chia seeds, leaving some texture. Pour into glass, chill for 10 minutes, stir, and serve.

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