Vegan Turmeric Latte Recipe

Dairy-free Turmeric Latte! Oh, yes!

Whole Food Plant Based Turmeric Latte Recipe

Course: Beverages, Dairy Alternatives, Snacks, Breakfast
Cuisine: Indian Recipe
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Servings: 2 People

INGREDIENTS

½ cup Date Syrup
4 tbsp Almond Butter
½ tsp Turmeric Powder
¼ tsp Black Pepper Powder

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Blend all ingredients together, with enough water to get 2 cups of turmeric latte. Serve fresh!

Plant Based Chef Pro Tips for Best Turmeric Latte Recipe

1. If you prefer a warm latte, use warm water to dilute.

Nutrition Science Highlights for WFPB Turmeric Latte Recipe

1. Why not honey, sugar or jaggery? Sugar and Jaggery are processed foods. Although jaggery is healthier than brown sugar, which, in turn, is healthier than white sugar, all forms of processed foods are unhealthy when compared to whole plant foods. Honey is healthwise as good as jaggery, which isn't saying much. In addition to not being very healthy, honey production kills millions of bees every year, affecting our environment adversely. The best sweetener alternative is a whole fruit or dry fruit. The easiest method of using these is date syrup, as it does not involve peeling or chopping.
2. Why not dairy? Dairy products have been found to be associated with increased risk of chronic diseases, such as diabetes mellitus, hypertension, obesity, asthma, PCOS, and heart disease. We can still enjoy our milk, cream, and butter though - as long as they are made from whole plant foods!
3. Why spices? Spices are among the healthiest foods on the planet in terms of their ability to prevent and reverse chronic diseases. They pack the highest antioxidant:calorie ratio. Just one pinch of spice powders exponentially increases the antioxidant content of any dish. Dishes like these, that have many strong spices, are a great way to amp up the health quotient of our everyday meals. Raw and boiled or steamed spices retain their phytonutrient content better than roasted or baked spices.