5 from 18 votes
Refreshing Strawberry Lassi
This Refreshing Strawberry Lassi blends fresh or frozen strawberries with cold yogurt, milk, sugar, and a hint of cardamom. The resulting drink is frothy, creamy, and mildly sweet, balancing the natural berry tartness with dairy richness. It can be adjusted in thickness and served immediately for a cooling treat.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
2
Calories:
178 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
Indian
Ingredients
- 1.5 cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- 1 cup PLAIN yogurt whole milk yogurt, cold
- 1/2 cup milk cold, or water to adjust consistency
- 4 teaspoon sugar adjust to taste
- 1 pinch cardamom powder optional, aka Elaichi
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries and dry them wth a towel paper. Then chop the top green leafy part and cut them into pieces. (You can also use frozen strawberries)
- Add all the ingredients - strawberries, yogurt, milk, sugar, and cardamom powder - to a blender.
- Blend them until it becomes frothy. Adjust the consistency to your taste by adding additional milk or water.
- Pour lassi in serving glasses. Garnish it with strawberry pieces and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Use fresh or frozen strawberries, avoiding pale, overly soft, or spotted berries for best flavor.
- Keep strawberries chilled before blending to make the lassi refreshing.
- With Greek yogurt, reduce quantity to 3/4 cup and increase milk or water for desired consistency.
- For a vegan option, substitute with almond milk yogurt and almond milk.
- Adjust sugar amount to preference; add ice cubes for extra chill.
- Store lassi refrigerated up to one day, though fresh preparation is recommended.
- Enhance dessert appeal by topping with vanilla or strawberry ice cream or saffron strands.
Nutrition Information
Calories
178kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
25g
(8%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
22mg
(7%)
Sodium
84mg
(4%)
Potassium
436mg
(9%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
22g
(44%)
Vitamin A
233IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
64mg
(71%)
Calcium
235mg
(24%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 22mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 84mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 436mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
| Vitamin A | 233IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 64mg | 71% |
| Calcium | 235mg | 24% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.