…kidney stones or have an iron deficiency, according to some research.
And as with any supplement, check with your doctor first if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.
Adding more Turmeric/Black Pepper Every Day
So how do you add more turmeric and black pepper to your everyday routine besides shaking a little on your food?
Here are a few ways to make sure you get your daily dose:
- Add olive oil and a tablespoon of each to roasted vegetables and toss to cover completely, then roast
- Use these spices for extra delicious flavor in soups
- Add them to a salad or salad dressing
- Add both into mustards to make your own tasty mustard
- Blend some turmeric into a smoothie
- Add extra flavor to rice
For an easy recipe, try making this salad dressing for topping salads, vegetables, fish or chicken!
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon of ground turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon of organic miso (optional)
Directions:
Whisk together all ingredients until the texture is smooth. Can be prepared ahead and last up to 4 days.