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Cold PressJuice Guide
Spice

Turmeric

Turmeric is a spice used for spice and booster in cold-press juices. Adds earthy color and a bold root-spice note.

EarthySpicyorange
Roles
Spice, Booster
Sugar
Low
Spice
Medium

Flavor profile

EarthySpicy

Adds earthy color and a bold root-spice note.

Best pairings

CarrotOrangeMangoGinger

Avoid or use carefully with

  • Arugula

    Can make the spice or earthy profile intense; start with one bold ingredient.

  • Jalapeno

    Can make the spice or earthy profile intense; start with one bold ingredient.

  • Radish

    Can make the spice or earthy profile intense; start with one bold ingredient.

  • Watercress

    Can make the spice or earthy profile intense; start with one bold ingredient.

Recipe uses

Carrot Orange BrightSupporting ingredient · Sweet, Citrus-forward, Earthy0.5 inch, scrubbedCarrot Mango TurmericSupporting ingredient · Sweet, Earthy, Citrus-forward0.5 inch, scrubbedMango Turmeric CitrusSupporting ingredient · Sweet, Citrus-forward, Earthy0.5 inch, scrubbedSweet Potato Carrot OrangeSupporting ingredient · Sweet, Earthy, Citrus-forward0.25 inch, scrubbedCarrot Fennel LemonOptional booster · Sweet, Mild, Citrus-forwardup to 1 inchCarrot Peach GingerOptional booster · Sweet, Spicy, Citrus-forwardup to 1 inchCarrot Red Apple GingerOptional booster · Sweet, Spicy, Mildup to 1 inchSweet Potato Pear GingerOptional booster · Sweet, Earthy, Spicyup to 1 inch

Nutrient highlights

Carotenoid-rich

Carotenoid-rich produce is often colorful and pairs well with meals that include some fat.

Produce variety

Adds produce variety through color, texture, or flavor.

Storage and prep notes

  • Prep: Use a small piece and protect surfaces from staining.
  • Storage: Refrigerate fresh roots in a sealed bag.

Caution notes

  • Fresh raw juice is perishable; refrigerate promptly and use smell, color, texture, and taste judgment before drinking.
  • The flavor can taste intense; start with a small amount if you are new to this ingredient.
  • This website provides general recipe and nutrition education only and is not medical advice.

Recommended recipes using Turmeric

Carrot Orange Bright

A carrot-based juice with orange, lemon, and turmeric for sweet citrus flavor and golden color.

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Carrot Mango Turmeric

A sweet carrot juice with mango, orange, and turmeric for golden color.

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Mango Turmeric Citrus

A golden fruit and root blend with mango, carrot, orange, lime, and turmeric.

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Sweet Potato Carrot Orange

A root-forward juice with sweet potato, carrot, orange, and turmeric.

View recipe