Classic Sweet Lassi

Transport your taste buds to the heart of India with this Classic Sweet Lassi recipe, a creamy, refreshing yogurt-based drink perfect for warm days or an exotic brunch menu. Made with just a handful of ingredients—plain yogurt, water, sugar, and a delicate hint of cardamom powder—this traditional beverage is infused with a splash of fragrant rose water for a subtle floral note. Blended until frothy and served over ice, it’s topped with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios for an elegant finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this lassi strikes the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, and aromatic, making it a must-try treat for lovers of authentic Indian flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

2 cups plain yogurt
1 cup water
4 tablespoons sugar
0.25 teaspoons cardamom powder
1 teaspoon rose water
4 cubes ice cubes
1 tablespoon crushed pistachios

Directions

Step 1

In a blender, combine plain yogurt and water. Blend on medium speed until smooth and frothy.

Step 2

Add sugar and cardamom powder to the blender. Blend again until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 3

Add rose water and ice cubes to the yogurt mixture and blend once more until the ice is crushed and the lassi is chilled.

Step 4

Taste and adjust sweetness, if necessary, by adding more sugar to your preference.

Step 5

Pour the lassi into glasses and garnish each with a sprinkle of crushed pistachios.

Step 6

Serve immediately to enjoy the refreshing, cold drink.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(823.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	552.4

Total Fat 11.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 29.4mg	0%
Sodium 351.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 85.3g
Protein 27.3g	0%

Vitamin D 235.2IU	0%
Calcium 921.6mg	0%
Iron 0.8mg	0%
Potassium 1227.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.8%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 62.6%