Low Iodine Maca & Turmeric Adaptogen Latte
Warm, golden, and deeply aromatic, this adaptogen latte is the kind of drink that makes you want to slow down and actually enjoy your morning. Coconut milk gives it a naturally creamy base without any dairy, which is a smart move since cow's milk and many creamers can be surprisingly high in iodine. Every ingredient here — maca, turmeric, ashwagandha, cinnamon, ginger, and a touch of honey — is naturally low in iodine, so you can sip without second-guessing the label. The black pepper is a small but intentional addition that helps your body absorb the turmeric more effectively, and the quick blender step at the end turns the whole thing into something genuinely frothy and café-worthy. It comes together in one saucepan in just a few minutes, which makes it easy enough for a weekday but special enough to feel like a treat. If you're navigating a low-iodine protocol and missing your usual coffee shop order, this one fills that gap beautifully.
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2 servings
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened coconut milk (from a carton) or full-fat canned coconut milk
- ½ cup water
- 2 tsp maca root powder
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ashwagandha powder
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 pinch black pepper
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the coconut milk and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until steaming and small bubbles form around the edges, about 3–4 minutes. Do not bring to a full boil.
- 2
Whisk in the maca root powder, turmeric, ashwagandha powder, cinnamon, ginger, and black pepper until fully dissolved and no dry clumps remain.
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