Peanut Free Ginger Turmeric Wellness Shot
This fiery 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 everything out into something that's genuinely craveable — not just something you choke down for health points. Black pepper is actually a key player here, since it helps your body absorb the active compounds in turmeric far more effectively. A pinch of cayenne takes the heat up a notch if you're feeling bold, but it's completely optional. Everything gets blended and strained into a clean, vivid orange liquid that looks as vibrant as it tastes. You can batch it ahead and keep it in the fridge for up to five days, making your morning routine feel effortless and intentional. Every single ingredient is straightforward and naturally free from any nut-related concerns, so you can sip with total confidence.
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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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