Seed Oil 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. Every single ingredient here is exactly what it looks like: real roots, fresh citrus, and a drizzle of raw honey, with zero refined oils or processed fillers anywhere in sight. That matters more than you might think, because a lot of store-bought wellness shots sneak in carrier oils or preservatives that have no business being in something you're drinking for your health. The black pepper isn't just there for heat — it actually helps your body absorb the turmeric more effectively, which is a small detail that makes a real difference. A pinch of cayenne is optional, but if you like a little extra fire in your morning routine, don't skip it. Blending and straining takes only a few minutes, and the batch keeps in the fridge so you can knock one back each morning without any daily prep. Clean, sharp, and genuinely good for you — this is what a wellness shot is supposed to be.
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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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