Yoghurt Drink Lassi
Indulge in the creamy, refreshing delight of Yoghurt Drink Lassi, a classic Indian beverage that’s as soothing as it is flavorful. This easy-to-make treat combines the tangy richness of plain yoghurt, a hint of sweetness from sugar, and a touch of aromatic spice from cardamom powder. For an extra luxurious twist, optional ingredients like milk add creaminess, while rose water lends a fragrant floral note. Blended with ice for a perfectly frothy texture and garnished with crunchy pistachios, this chilled lassi is ready in just 5 minutes and perfect for hot days or as an accompaniment to spicy meals. Whip up this irresistibly smooth yoghurt drink and experience a sip of pure comfort and tradition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain yoghurt
- 1 cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 0.5 cup milk (optional for creaminess)
- 0.25 teaspoons cardamom powder
- 4 units ice cubes
- 0.5 teaspoons rose water (optional for fragrance)
- 1 tablespoon chopped pistachios (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a blender, combine the plain yoghurt, cold water, and milk (if using) to create the base of the lassi.
Add sugar and cardamom powder to the blender for sweetness and flavor.
Optionally, add rose water for a fragrant twist.
Add the ice cubes to the blender to help chill and froth the drink.
Blend the mixture on high speed for 1-2 minutes until it is smooth and frothy.
Taste and adjust the sweetness as needed by adding more sugar, then blend again briefly.
Pour the lassi into tall glasses.
Garnish with chopped pistachios or additional cardamom (optional) for an extra touch.
Serve immediately while the lassi is chilled and frothy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.6 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 402 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 765 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 1023 mg | 22% | |
*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.
