Mood-Boosting Liquid Gold Turmeric Smoothie

By SpartyGreenMom

Ingredients

• 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1/4 cup cold water
• Juice from 1 whole lemon
• 2 cups frozen pineapple, chopped
• 1/2 cup coconut milk, chilled
• 2 teaspoons turmeric
• 1 teaspoon cardamom
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup ice cubes

Preparation

Step 1

Place the carrots, water and lemon juice in a small saucepan; heat over medium heat for about 4 to 5 minutes, or until carrots soften. Transfer carrots and liquid to a glass and place in the freezer for 10 minutes to chill.

Meanwhile, add the pineapple, coconut milk, turmeric, cardamom and vanilla to a high speed blender (such as a Vitamix); process on high speed until smooth and creamy. Add the chilled carrot-lemon mixture and ice cubes and process again until smooth and creamy. Drink chilled

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