Pistachio Free Turmeric Ginger Wellness Shot
These little shots pack a serious punch — fiery ginger, earthy turmeric, bright lemon, and just enough honey to take the edge off. The black pepper is a smart addition because it activates the curcumin in turmeric, making the whole thing work harder for you. Everything gets blended and strained into a smooth, vibrant liquid that looks as bold as it tastes. It's the kind of thing you'll want to keep a jar of in the fridge for the week ahead. Since every ingredient here is whole, fresh, and straightforward, there's zero guesswork about what's actually going into your glass — no hidden fillers or shared-facility concerns to stress over. The optional cayenne adds a slow, satisfying heat if you're feeling bold, but the shot is plenty lively without it.
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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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