MSG Free Turmeric Ginger Wellness Shot
These little shots pack a serious punch — fiery ginger, earthy turmeric, bright lemon, and a touch of raw honey come together in a way that wakes you up from the inside out. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, so there's no guesswork about hidden additives or flavor enhancers sneaking into your wellness routine. Fresh roots, real citrus, and a grind of black pepper are all you need to build something genuinely powerful. The black pepper is actually doing important work here, helping your body absorb the turmeric more effectively — a small detail that makes a real difference. A hit of cayenne is optional but highly recommended if you want that extra kick of heat at the finish. Blending and straining keeps the texture smooth and sippable, so you get all the good stuff without any grittiness. Make a batch, stash it in the fridge, and you've got a clean, no-nonsense morning ritual ready to go all week.
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6 servings
- 2 oz (about ¼ cup) fresh turmeric root, peeled and roughly chopped
- 2 oz (about ¼ cup) fresh ginger root, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 3 lemons)
- ½ cup cold water
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the turmeric, ginger, lemon juice, water, honey, black pepper, and cayenne (if using) in a blender. Blend on high for 45–60 seconds until the mixture is as smooth as possible.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a small pitcher or jar and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing the pulp firmly with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the remaining pulp.
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