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Healthy and Delicious Recipes Using Turmeric!

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Ready to learn how to incorporate, the ancient and powerful spice, Turmeric into your modern-day diet? Read on for some creative, healthy, and of course, delicious recipes that use this sunny spice full of amazing healing abilities. From sweet treats to savory dishes to healing elixirs. Healthy Turmeric Recipes

Inflammation who? Turmeric, the bright yellow spice most well-known for its use in curries, is a spice that has long (think thousands of years!) been recognized for its medicinal properties, especially in India for Ayurvedic cooking.

Turmeric is one superhero of a spice and for good reason! Due to high levels of curcumin, its main active ingredient, turmeric is one of the most powerful and potent anti-inflammatories. Some studies have even shown that turmeric can be more effective as an anti-inflammatory than pharmaceuticals (like Advil). What?!

Here is a quick crash course on the INCREDIBLE health benefits of turmeric that will have you eager to start using this superstar spice in your kitchen ASAP!

  • Anti-inflammatory – curcumin has been shown to be as effective as many anti-inflammatory drugs, without the nasty side effects of pharmaceuticals. Reducing inflammation in the body is key to aid in disease prevention and improve overall health.
  • Anti-oxidant – curcumin's antioxidant properties destroy free radicals in the body that damage blood cells.
  • Anti-microbial – curcumin contains anti-microbial properties that help to fight off unwelcome pathogens.
  • Wound healing – turmeric is a natural antibacterial agent and can be beneficial if used topically to help speed wound healing.
  • Cancer Prevention – multiple research studies have found that curcumin can suppress cancerous tumor growth and also suppress the effects of cancer-causing environmental exposures.

So, I think it is safe to say that turmeric deserves a space on your spice rack.

WHAT DOES TURMERIC TASTE LIKE?

Turmeric is most well known for its use in curry. It is bitter, earthy, and peppery with a note of citrus. I find turmeric works best with the following flavor combinations:

  • Citrus – think lemon, grapefruit, or orange 
  • Warming spices – winter spices like cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and nutmeg
  • Curry spices – mustard seed, cumin.

Ready to spice things up? Let’s go!

BREAKFAST AND BEVERAGES

Golden milk lattes are not just a trendy bevvie they are a delicious treat! Adding turmeric to warm steamed milk with a touch of honey – yes please! Turmeric can also easily be added to muffins and smoothies!

HEALTHY TURMERIC CHAI SPICED MUFFINS

A super easy and healthy pumpkin muffin recipe loaded with good for you spices, like turmeric, clove, and ginger and sweetened with maple syrup. The perfect healthy fall treat!A super easy and healthy pumpkin muffin recipe loaded with good for you spices, like turmeric, clove, and ginger and sweetened with maple syrup. The perfect healthy fall treat!

FRESH TURMERIC SMOOTHIE BOWL

Fresh turmeric smoothie bowl, the perfect morning treat! Banana free! The creamy base is cauliflower, mango, lemon, orange, and a few other superfood ingredients to help you beat those seasonal allergies. So yummy!

VEGAN TURMERIC EGGNOG

This easy recipe for Vegan Turmeric Eggnog reinvents a holiday classic using functional healthy ingredients, and a special anti-inflammatory ingredient, turmeric.| abraskitchen.com

KUNG FLU FIGHTER TEA

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LUNCH & DINNER

I love finding creative ways to add turmeric to my savory dishes, I know you are going to love these recipes!

RED CABBAGE VEGETABLE QUINOA STEW WITH TURMERIC

HEALTHY OVEN CRISP TURMERIC BLACK PEPPER CHICKEN WINGS

Healthy Oven Crisp Turmeric Black Pepper Wings with a tangy yogurt dipping sauce.

CREAMY PUMPKIN CAULIFLOWER CHICKPEA CURRY

INSTANT POT TURMERIC APRICOT GINGER CHICKEN

Instant Pot Apricot Ginger Chicken Thighs with Baby Bok Choy

SWEET TREATS + SAUCES/DRESSINGS

Bring on the sweet treats and the sauces and dressings 🙂

PEACH BERRY COBBLER WITH GOLDEN MILK BISCUITS

Peach Berry Cobbler with Golden Milk Biscuits

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY TROPICAL TURMERIC POPSICLES

Anti-inflammatory tropical turmeric popsicles. Quick and easy, only 5 ingredients! A frozen treat that is good for you. |abraskitchen.com

NO BAKE LEMON TURMERIC ENERGY BITES

Lemon turmeric energy bites are a seriously delicious healthy snack. One bite of citrus perfection, combining the perfect balance of protein and fat to help you feel full and satisfied. Filled with super healthy ingredients like turmeric, nuts and coconut that boost anti-inflammatory properties and encourage overall health and vitality. These no-bake energy bites are gluten-free, paleo, vegan, and 100% sugar-free. No dates, maple syrup, honey, or stevia, just natural sweetness from coconut and bright tangy citrus. They taste like lemon cake bites and you will love them!

FRESH TURMERIC TAHINI DRESSING

Fresh turmeric tahini dressing, only 3 ingredients. Citrusy rich and creamy, this dressing makes every salad better! |abraskitchen.com

I hope you loved these Healthy and Delicious Turmeric Recipes. If you make any of them snap a photo and tag me on Instagram @abrapappa or use the hashtag #abraskitchen so I can feature your photo! 

Created by Abra Pappa, MS, CNS, LDN

Abra Pappa, MS, CNS, LDN holds a master's degree in functional medicine and clinical nutrition from the University of Western States. Abra practices functional nutrition in New York City with a clinical focus on eating disorders, digestive imbalances and women’s health. Abra is the publisher of the popular food blog, Abra’s Kitchen, a celebration of wholesome food, and has appeared in dozens of publications as a recipe developer, and wellness authority. Abra speaks and teaches on the topics of functional nutrition and mindful eating throughout the country.

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  1. Shari says

    This is super helpful! I love turmeric and all of its wonderful anti-inflammatory properties, but my family is not the biggest fan when it tastes too potent. I am always looking for creative turmeric recipes that are delicious but that do not have overwhelming turmeric flavor. I made the Energy bites and they were AWESOME! Cannot wait to try the others 🙂

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