Mango Lassi – Essence of Summer

During my recent visit to India this summer, I had the pleasure of indulging in an abundance of mangoes. Inspired by my time there and the sheer delight of this exquisite fruit, I’ve created the following smoothie recipe.

Mangoes have always been one of my favorite fruits, and these smoothies capture the essence of their deliciousness! Mangoes have a rich history that dates back over 5,000 years, originating in South Asia. They were introduced to various parts of the world through trade and exploration.

Besides being delicious, mangoes offer numerous health benefits as they are packed with essential nutrients like vitamins C and A, dietary fiber, and antioxidants, which contribute to a healthy immune system, improved digestion, and overall well-being.

Lassi is an ancient yogurt-based drink from India that’s been around for ages. It’s super refreshing and perfect for hot weather. People love it for its coolness and variety of flavors, like sweet or salty with spices. It’s a popular beverage enjoyed worldwide now.

Let’s get to the recipe

Ingredients

Serves 1 – 2

• 1 medium size ripe mango chopped
• 1 cup coconut water
• 1 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut yogurt
• 1/2 tsp cardamom powder
• 1 Tbsp rose water water as needed

Directions

• Blend all ingredients together and enjoy!

Hope you make it and savour the taste of summer 🙂 Tag me  on instagram @_divgupta when you make it so I can follow along as well

Best,
Divya