Dairy-Free Sweet Lassi
Delight in the creamy, refreshing goodness of Dairy-Free Sweet Lassi, a plant-based twist on the classic Indian beverage that’s perfect for hot summer days or anytime you crave a cooling treat. This vegan recipe swaps traditional yogurt for unsweetened coconut yogurt and blends it with chilled coconut water, creating a luscious, dairy-free base that’s naturally tropical. Sweetened with maple syrup and infused with aromatic cardamom powder, every sip bursts with warm, comforting spice. Optional rose water adds a delicate floral note for an elevated touch, while crushed ice ensures a frothy, invigorating texture. Garnish with crunchy, chopped pistachios for a pop of color and flavor, and you’ve got a delectable lassi that’s as beautiful as it is nutritious. Ready in just 5 minutes, this quick and easy drink is ideal for anyone seeking a vegan, dairy-free refreshment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened coconut yogurt
- 1 cup Chilled coconut water
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Rose water (optional)
- 1 cup Crushed ice
- 1 tablespoon Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a blender, combine the unsweetened coconut yogurt, chilled coconut water, maple syrup, and cardamom powder.
If using rose water, add it to the blender for a light floral aroma.
Add the crushed ice to the blender and blend on high until smooth and frothy.
Taste and adjust sweetness, adding more maple syrup if necessary.
Pour the dairy-free sweet lassi into two serving glasses.
Garnish with chopped pistachios if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 68 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 674 mg | 14% | |
*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.
