Papita Lassi Papaya Lassi
Cool off with the tropical sweetness of Papita Lassi, a velvety papaya lassi that's as nourishing as it is refreshing. This recipe blends ripe, juicy papaya with creamy plain yogurt, a splash of cold milk (or water for a lighter twist), and a hint of aromatic cardamom for an exotic flavor boost. Sweetened naturally with honey (or sugar, if you prefer), this vibrant drink comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect choice for a quick, wholesome snack or breakfast. Served over ice for ultimate freshness and optionally garnished with chopped pistachios or almonds, this smoothie-like lassi is a wonderful way to enjoy the tropical goodness of papaya. Perfect for summertime or whenever you're craving a creamy, fruity pick-me-up!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Ripe papaya (peeled, deseeded, and cubed)
- 1 cup Plain yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
- 0.5 cup Cold milk (or water for a lighter version)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (or sugar, adjust to taste)
- 0.25 teaspoons Cardamom powder
- 4 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon Chopped pistachios or almonds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Place the ripe papaya cubes into a blender.
Add the plain yogurt, cold milk (or water), honey, and cardamom powder to the blender.
Throw in the ice cubes for a chilled, frothy texture.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps of papaya remaining.
Taste the lassi and, if needed, add more honey or sugar to achieve desired sweetness. Blend again briefly to mix.
Pour the lassi into chilled glasses.
Garnish with chopped pistachios or almonds, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Papita Lassi!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.1 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 180 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.1 g | ||
| Protein | 17.7 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 534 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 1572 mg | 33% | |
*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.
