Recipe: Creamy Avocado Lassi

Slice the avocado in half, lengthwise. Remove the pit, peel and roughly chop. (See step-by-step instructions: How To Dice an Avocado)

Add the yogurt, milk, sugar, crushed cardamom seeds, and rosewater to the blender and process to a creamy consistency. Taste and sweeten more, if required.

This lassi can be made ahead and kept refrigerated. Serve chilled.

You can replace the yogurt and milk with soy or almond milk for a dairy free and vegan version.You may have to rub the avocados with a little lime juice, if making this version.Honey can be used in place of sugar.The rosewater adds a delicate floral note to the lassi, and I highly recommend adding some, if you have it.Alternatively, ginger syrup is a delicious, spicy addition. I buy ginger syrup at my local Purdy's (a chocolate shop), however, you can use syrup from jars of preserved ginger.