Here’s a yogurt-chilled lassi recipe that’s refreshing, creamy, and perfect for hot days. This is the sweet lassi version—cool, slightly tangy, and aromatic.
🥣 Chilled Sweet Lassi Recipe
🧾 Ingredients (2 servings):
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1 cup plain yogurt (full-fat for creaminess)
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1/2 cup chilled water (or milk for richer lassi)
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2–3 tsp sugar (adjust to taste)
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1/4 tsp cardamom powder (optional but aromatic)
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A few ice cubes
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Pinch of salt (enhances flavor)
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Chopped nuts for garnish (optional – pistachios or almonds)
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A few saffron strands or rose water (optional – for special flavor)
🥄 Instructions:
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Blend yogurt, chilled water/milk, sugar, cardamom, and salt in a blender until frothy (30–45 seconds).
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Taste and adjust sugar or water consistency as preferred.
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Add ice cubes and give it one last quick blend or shake.
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Serve chilled in tall glasses.
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Garnish with chopped nuts, a sprinkle of cardamom, or a strand of saffron if desired.
🧊 Tips:
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Use Greek yogurt for extra thick lassi.
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For a fruit version, blend in mango pulp (for mango lassi).
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If your yogurt is too sour, increase sugar slightly or blend with some milk.