Banana Lassi
Cool down with a creamy and refreshing Banana Lassi, a delightful Indian-inspired yogurt smoothie that's perfect for breakfast, a mid-day snack, or dessert. This quick and easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the tangy richness of plain yogurt, a splash of milk, and a hint of aromatic cardamom for a unique flavor twist. Sweetened with honey and blended with ice for a frothy, chilled texture, this luscious drink comes together in just 10 minutes. For an extra layer of indulgence, top it with chopped nuts like pistachios or almonds. Nourishing, delicious, and irresistibly satisfying, Banana Lassi is a must-try for smoothie lovers and anyone seeking a healthy yet flavorful treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized Bananas
- 1.5 cups Plain yogurt
- 0.5 cups Milk
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.25 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Peel the bananas and slice them into chunks for easier blending.
In a blender, combine the banana slices, plain yogurt, milk, honey, and cardamom powder.
Add the ice cubes to the blender for a chilled and creamy consistency.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth and frothy, about 1-2 minutes.
Taste the lassi and adjust sweetness, adding more honey if desired.
Pour the banana lassi into serving glasses.
Optional: Garnish with chopped nuts such as pistachios or almonds for added texture and flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing banana lassi!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
721 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 309 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.9 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.7 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 853 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 2017 mg | 43% | |
*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.
