Creamy Mango Lassi Smoothie
Discover the refreshing and creamy taste of a tropical Creamy Mango Lassi Smoothie. Made with ripe mangoes, plain yogurt, milk, honey, and a hint of ground cardamom, this smoothie offers a rich, velvety texture and naturally sweet flavor perfect for a healthy breakfast or energizing snack.
- Author: Lilly
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Indian Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and chopped (or 1 ½ cups frozen mango chunks)
- 1 cup plain yogurt (Greek yogurt recommended for extra creaminess)
- ½ cup milk or almond milk
- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
- ½ cup ice cubes (optional, for chilled smoothie)
- Prepare Your Mangoes: Peel and chop ripe mangoes into chunks to ensure smooth blending. If using frozen mango, thaw slightly for easier blending.
- Blend All Ingredients: Combine mango chunks, yogurt, milk, honey, and ground cardamom in a blender. Blend on high until silky smooth and free of lumps.
- Adjust Consistency and Sweetness: If the smoothie is too thick, add more milk to achieve your desired consistency. Taste and add more honey if additional sweetness is preferred.
- Add Ice and Blend Again: For a chilled and refreshing texture, add ice cubes and blend briefly until the smoothie is smooth and frosty.
- Serve Immediately: Pour into tall glasses and enjoy the vibrant colors and tropical flavors right away for the freshest taste.
Notes
- Use ripe mangoes for the best flavor and texture; sweeter and softer mangoes yield superior results.
- Greek yogurt increases creaminess and protein without thinning the smoothie.
- Adjust the amount of honey or syrup carefully, as mango sweetness can vary.
- Chill your serving glasses to enhance the refreshing experience.
- Add ground cardamom at the end of blending to avoid bitterness.
- Optional garnishes include a sprinkle of ground cardamom, crushed pistachios, or fresh mint leaves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: mango smoothie, mango lassi, creamy smoothie, tropical drink, healthy smoothie, Indian beverage, vegan option, dairy-free smoothie