Banana Lassi
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Banana Lassi
Description
This Banana Lassi recipe starts by blending plain yogurt with ripe but not overripe bananas, caster sugar, and ice cubes until smooth. The balance between the soft banana pulp and the tartness of yogurt results in a creamy texture and gentle sweetness. Variations such as vanilla extract or warming spices like cinnamon and cardamom can be incorporated to deepen flavor complexity.
The drink can be served immediately, optionally over a glass of ice to keep it cool in warmer climates, making it refreshing and soothing. It also can be turned into frozen popsicles or mixed with other fruits like mango or strawberries for diversity. Adjusting ice and yogurt quantities allows for preferred thickness.
Choosing bananas that are ripe but not overly brown ensures optimal blending and taste. The recipe’s flexibility supports several serving preferences, whether thick and creamy or more liquid and chilled.
Ingredients
- 1 cup PLAIN yogurt 200g
- 1 banana or 2 small, large, ripe
- 2 tablespoons caster sugar
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender and process until smooth.
- Divide between two glasses and enjoy.
- Serve on its own or over ice.
Notes
- Use bananas that are ripe and spotted but not overly brown to ensure smooth blending and balanced sweetness.
- Serve over ice in warm weather to keep the lassi refreshingly cool.
- Caster sugar is optional depending on the natural sweetness of your bananas.
- Pulsing the blender first breaks down the ice for an even smoother texture.
- Add vanilla extract or spices like cinnamon and cardamom to vary the flavor.
- Freeze the blended mixture in popsicle molds for a cooling treat.
- Adjust yogurt and ice amounts to achieve your preferred thickness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 185 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 185kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 53mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 211mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 103IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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