Tropical turmeric smoothie
by Mandy Sacher
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Mandy Sacher
Mandy Sacher is a Paediatric Nutritionist, SOS Feeding Consultant and mother of two. Her private practice focuses on prenatal and childhood nutrition, helping parents and mums-to-be feed their children healthy, nourishing foods right from the start.
Ingredients
½ cup (80g) pineapple, frozen
½ cup (80g) mango, frozen
1 large ripe banana, frozen
¼ cup (35g) macadamias
¼ tsp fresh grated turmeric or ground turmeric
Pinch ginger
1 ½ cups (375ml) coconut milk
Method
Place all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
Tip
Serve immediately, store in the fridge for up to 24 hours or freeze for up to 4 months.
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