Banana Buttermilk Lassi
Cool down with the ultimate summer refresher—Banana Buttermilk Lassi, a creamy and tangy twist on the traditional Indian drink. This easy-to-make recipe combines ripe bananas, tangy buttermilk, and luscious yogurt, perfectly balanced by a touch of honey and a delicate hint of ground cardamom. Blended with ice for an irresistibly smooth texture, this lassi is as delightful as it is nourishing. Served chilled and optionally garnished with chopped nuts and fresh mint leaves, it's a great way to enjoy healthy hydration. Ready in just five minutes, this banana lassi is a perfect treat for breakfast, snack time, or post-workout refreshment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Ripe bananas
- 2 cups Buttermilk
- 1 cup Plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (optional, for garnish)
- 4 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into chunks.
In a blender, combine the banana chunks, buttermilk, plain yogurt, honey, ground cardamom, and ice cubes.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more honey if desired.
Pour the lassi into two tall glasses.
Garnish with chopped nuts and mint leaves, if using, for presentation.
Serve immediately while chilled for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
885 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 689 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.6 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.9 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.3 mcg | 46% | |
| Calcium | 1046 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 2212 mg | 47% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
