Lassi is a yoghurt-based drink that can be whipped up in minutes. Lassi is both nutritional and bound to help you quench your thirst in the sizzling heat. During Mango season, it is only fair to incorporate mangoes and come up with this delicious take on lassi. The flavor of mangoes and the natural flavor of yoghurt blends together bringing out a delightful sweetness which is hard to resist.
Lassi is an integral part of lunch in many households across the Indian subcontinent. It can be naturally sweetened with dollops of honey completely replacing the sugar.
When serving, pour into serving tumbler glass and add 2 ice cubes.
Health Benefits
Adding fruits and vegetables to your diet can significantly improve your overall health. Mango is good for your eye health. It’s rich in vitamin A and helps prevent dry eyes and night blindness. It also lowers the cholesterol levels in body and decreases the risk of diabetes and chronic heart diseases.
Mango also promotes skin health. It eliminates pimples and gives your skin a glow.The high amount of vitamins A and C support your immune system in fighting off harmful bacteria.
Ingredients
cup ripe mangoes, chopped: 1
cup milk: 1/2
cup plain yogurt: 1
tsp sugar: 4
ice cubes
freshly ground cardamom and pistachios
saffron strands
How To Make Mango Lassi
- Peel and dice fresh mangoes and puree them in the blender.
- Add milk, yogurt, water, sugar, ice, cardamom powder, and blend the ingredients until the mixture turns smooth.
- Store in the refrigerator for an hour.
- Pour the lassi in glasses and sprinklecardamom, pistachio, and saffron strands on top.
- Add ice cubes to the lassi and serve.
Trivia
- Mango trees can grow up to 100 ft. in height.
- The oldest known mango trees are more than 300 years old and still bear fruits.
- Nearly half of the entire world’s mangoes grow in India.
- It’s a superstition that using mango trees at a wedding ensures that the couple will bear plenty of children.
- The fruit, leaves, and park of mango tree are also used in folk remedies.