Beef Free Ginger Turmeric Wellness Shot
This vibrant little shot packs a serious punch of fresh ginger and turmeric, delivering that warming, slightly earthy heat that wellness enthusiasts swear by. The combination of bright lemon juice, raw honey, and a crack of black pepper rounds out the flavor so it feels almost like a tonic you'd pay good money for at a juice bar. Black pepper isn't just there for kick — it actually helps your body absorb the active compounds in turmeric, making this recipe as smart as it is simple. A pinch of cayenne takes it up a notch if you're feeling bold, but it's completely optional for those who prefer a gentler sip. Everything here is plant-based and naturally free from any animal proteins, so there's zero need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden ingredients. Blend, strain, stir, and you're done — and since it keeps in the fridge for up to five days, you can batch it out at the start of the week and have your morning ritual locked in.
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6 servings
- 3 oz (about 1 large knob) fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1 oz (about 1 small knob) fresh turmeric, peeled and roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the ginger, turmeric, lemon juice, and cold water in a blender. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds until the mixture is as smooth as possible and the liquid turns a deep orange-yellow.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a small pitcher or jar. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, pressing firmly on the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp.
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