The 10 Best Turmeric Recipes to Treat Inflammation Naturally

October 21, 2015
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Turmeric benefits seem endless and because of that, I often how you can use turmeric in your daily diet. So today I’d like to share with you 10 turmeric recipes that will show you the range of things you can do with turmeric.

Turmeric Benefits

Turmeric is a deep orange root from India that is used as a spice in a lot of eastern dishes. It has a wonderfully earthy and exotic flavor along with many health benefits:

Turmeric has strong antioxidant properties that may help prevent cancer (source 1, 2).
Turmeric is also one of the most potent natural anti-inflammatories (source)
It may help with sprains, strains and other issues related to inflammation (source 1, 2).

How to Use the Right Turmeric

If you’re impressed with this miracle root, start using it in your everyday cooking! I usually add a little bit to any dish that I’m sautéing on the stovetop like stir-frys, scrambles, lentils, etc. To obtain all of the good turmeric benefits, make sure you get non-irradiated, organic turmeric. Other brands may be so processed that they barely contain any healing properties. You can see an example of non-irradiated turmeric here. Be careful of where you put it though, it’s color is so strong that it can dye whatever in comes into contact with, like a dishtowel, white shirt or even a wooden spoon!

If you prefer not to use it in cooking, but you still want all the fantastic turmeric benefits, buy it in capsule form.

1. Sprouted Lentil Veggie Burger with turmeric – Healy Eats Real

These sprouted lentil veggie burgers are one of my favorites. The turmeric adds a nice spice! They are great for lunch on the go or an easy dinner.

Click here to see the full recipe!

2. Anti-Inflammatory Watermelon Pineapple Turmeric Smoothie – A Harmony Healing

I love the unique idea of putting turmeric into a smoothie. I usually associate turmeric with savory dishes and didn’t even think about putting it in a sweet dish. Pairing it with watermelon and pineapple seems like a good fit and looks delicious!

See the full recipe here!

3. Turmeric Pickles – Conscious Health

I love pickled vegetables and these turmeric pickles sound great. Turmeric is not only a spice, it is a root that can be eaten fresh. It’s very similar in appearance to ginger.

See the full recipe here!

4. Orange Turmeric Cake – Strayed From the Table

This cake looks so amazing! I love the deep rich yellow color of it and I bet the turmeric adds a lovely dimension of flavor.

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5. Anti-inflammatory Turmeric Tea – Autoimmune Paleo

Tea is a great way to get the anti-inflammatory turmeric benefits into your system. This tea has a number of other naturally beneficial ingredients like ginger!

See the full recipe here!

6. Turmeric Spiced Kale Scramble – Healy Eats Real

I love this simple breakfast, it can be made in about 5 minutes! Always make sure to use pastured eggs.

See the full recipe here!

7. South African Hot Toddy – Homemade Mommy

If you like whiskey, this south african hot toddy can be a soothing cocktail! You can enjoy it with raw milk, but if you’re dairy-free, substitute the regular milk with coconut or almond milk.

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8. Real Food Hangover Cure – The Polivka Family

After you have all those hot toddys you may need a cure for your hangover! This recipe uses turmeric to help detox the liver and relieve nausea.

See the full recipe here!

9. Turmeric Mask for Youthful Skin – Mommypotamus

Turmeric benefits not only your insides, but your outsides too! Because turmeric is such a powerful anti-oxidant, it is commonly used in India to revive skin and smooth lines.