Mango Lassi

Name: Mango Lassi Recipe (Creamy Indian Yogurt Drink)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 7 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1/2 ripe mango, peeled and chopped; 1 cup canned mango pulp; 2 tbsp kefir or milk; 1/4 tsp ground cardamom; 1 ice cube

Mango lassi is a refreshing Indian yogurt-based drink that combines fresh mango, Greek yogurt, and kefir for exceptional creaminess and an airy, light texture. This 5-minute recipe requires no cooking and delivers authentic flavor with minimal ingredients.

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Total

7 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$14–$23

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 ripe mango, peeled and chopped
1 cup canned mango pulp
2 tbsp kefir or milkoptional
1/4 tsp ground cardamom
1 ice cube

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Instructions

1
Add Greek yogurt to a personal blender cup.
2
Add the peeled and chopped fresh mango.
3
Pour in the canned mango pulp.
4
Add a splash of kefir or milk for a lighter texture.
5
Sprinkle in the ground cardamom.
6
Add one ice cube.
7
Secure the lid and blend until completely smooth and thick.
8
Pour into a glass and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Chill all ingredients before blending to achieve maximum creaminess without diluting with excess ice.
Use ripe mangoes with slight give when pressed—overripe mangoes become watery and underripe ones lack sweetness.
Add cardamom gradually and taste as you blend; it's potent and varies by brand.
Blend just until combined (15-20 seconds) to prevent over-aerating, which can make the drink separate.

Substitutions

Greek yogurt → full-fat plain yogurt (will be less thick; increase yogurt by 2 tbsp)
Kefir → whole milk or buttermilk (removes probiotic tang but maintains texture)
Ground cardamom → pinch of rose water or 2-3 cardamom pods blended whole (more traditional)
Fresh mango → additional 1/2 cup canned mango pulp (skip fresh mango if unavailable)

Storage & make-ahead

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Stir before serving if separation occurs; add fresh ice immediately before serving.

Equipment

blender or food processor

Common Questions

Can I make mango lassi without kefir?

Yes. Substitute kefir with whole milk or buttermilk in equal amounts. The kefir adds probiotics and slight tanginess, but milk will work for texture.

Should I use fresh mango or canned mango pulp?

Both. The recipe uses both for optimal flavor and consistency—fresh mango adds bright taste, while canned pulp ensures thickness and year-round consistency.