You may have heard your health-bandwagon friend raving about the benefits of turmeric. (It’s a yellow-orange plant root that eases inflammation and increases circulation to protect the heart and brain.) So, you know what it does and how to pronounce it, but you may not be entirely sure how to use it. That’s where these 17 easy turmeric recipes come in.
17 Turmeric Recipes That Are Healthy and Delicious
Get on board with the trendy superfood

Kenko Kitchen
Turmeric, Banana And Chai Thickshake
Like a milkshake but good for you.
Get the recipe.

The Kitchn
Southwestern Tofu Scramble
Spicy and vegan to boot.

Skinny Taste
Turmeric-garlic Shrimp
Taste the rainbow.

Reluctant Entertainer
Turmeric-roasted Cauliflower
Good old cauliflower.

Produce on Parade
Creamy Spiced Cauliflower Soup
Strikes again.

May I Have That Recipe
Ginger, Pear And Turmeric Muffins
Breakfast is served.

Moroccan-inspired Kale Salad
So easy, so satisfying.

Nutrition Stripped
Turmeric Latte
Warm and creamy perfection.

Soup Addict
Couscous Chicken Soup
Good for the soul (and your immune system).

The Iron You
Spicy Turmeric Chicken
If you can’t stand the heat…

Detox DIY
Turmeric Tomato Soup
Grilled cheese optional.

Hello Glow
Turmeric And Red Lentil Dhal
Make your own takeout.
Honey-turmeric Pork With Beet And Carrot Salad
Make a dinner that’s almost too pretty to eat.

Sweet Treats
Turmeric Pork Skillet
One-pan meals are our spirit animal.

Pure Ella
Turmeric Chickpea Cakes With Garlicky Avocado Cream
File under: not-depressing salad.
Get the recipe.

Lady and Pups
Turmeric Butter Chicken And Rice
Butter and chicken, a match made in heaven.

Cooking On the Weekends
Blood Orange-turmeric Upside Down Cake
Well, that’s impressive.
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