This mango lassi is one of those simple pleasures that instantly cools you down and lifts your mood. It is creamy, lightly sweet, and filled with bright mango flavor, just like the mango lassi you order at your favorite Indian restaurant.
I love how this mango lassi comes together in minutes with just four ingredients and a blender. It is smooth, comforting, and perfect when you want something refreshing but satisfying. Let's blend it up together.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Made with just four simple ingredients
- Ready in about 10 minutes from start to finish
- Creamy, smooth, and gently sweet
- Easy to adjust for thickness and sweetness
- Perfect as a snack, light breakfast, or cooling drink
Ingredients
- ¾ cup diced fresh or frozen mango
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- ¼ cup milk, plus more if needed
- 1 tablespoon sugar, adjust to taste
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
Ripe mangoes give the best flavor. If fresh mango is not in season, frozen mango works beautifully and makes the drink extra cold and thick.
Plain yogurt creates that classic creamy texture. Full-fat yogurt tastes richest, but low-fat works too.
Milk controls the consistency. Add a little more if you prefer a thinner mango lassi.
Sugar can be adjusted depending on how sweet your mangoes are. Taste and tweak as you go.
Instructions
- Add the diced mango, plain yogurt, milk, and sugar to a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides if needed so everything blends evenly.
- Pour into a glass and garnish with sliced mango or a sprig of mint if desired. Serve right away.
Pro Tips for Success
- Use ripe mangoes for the best natural sweetness.
- Start with less sugar and add more only if needed.
- For an extra thick texture, use frozen mango straight from the freezer.
- Chill your glass before serving for a refreshing finish.
Storage and Reheating
Mango lassi is best enjoyed fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in the refrigerator for up to one day and stir well before drinking.
There is no reheating needed.
Make Ahead and Freezing
You can prep the mango ahead of time and keep it diced in the freezer. Blend everything fresh when you are ready to serve.
Freezing the finished lassi is not recommended, as the texture changes once thawed.
Tips and Variations
- Add a pinch of ground cardamom for a traditional flavor twist.
- Use honey instead of sugar for a softer sweetness.
- Blend in a few ice cubes for an extra-cold drink.
- Turn it into a mango rose lassi with a tiny splash of rose water.
FAQs
Yes. If your mangoes are sweet enough, you can skip the sugar entirely.
Absolutely. Coconut or almond yogurt works well and adds a subtle flavor.
It can be a nourishing drink when made with yogurt and fresh fruit, especially when lightly sweetened.
📖 Recipe
Mango Lassi (Easiest, 4-Ingredient Recipe!)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Try my creamy and easy mango lassi recipe; it tastes just like the ones you get in Indian restaurants. This silky yogurt-based drink is bright and breezy and comes together with a quick whizz of your blender.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup diced fresh or frozen mango
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- ¼ cup milk (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine diced fresh or frozen mango, plain yogurt, milk, and sugar.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mango lassi into a glass. Garnish with sliced mango or a sprig of mint if desired.
Notes
Use ripe and sweet mangoes or good-quality frozen mango for best flavor. No need to thaw frozen mango before blending. Adjust sugar and milk based on mango sweetness and desired consistency. Makes about 1½ cups - one large or two small servings. Best enjoyed fresh; can store in fridge for up to one day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¾ cup
- Calories: 123
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 41mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
Serving Suggestions
Serve mango lassi alongside spicy dishes, grilled foods, or as a cooling afternoon treat. I also love it on warm mornings when I want something quick but comforting.
It is one of those drinks that feels soothing from the first sip.
Nutrition and Notes
This recipe makes about 1 ½ cups, enough for one large glass or two smaller servings. Nutrition is calculated using whole milk and full-fat yogurt.
I have blended this mango lassi many times, and adjusting the milk at the end always helps get that perfect silky texture.
Reader Reviews or Testimonials
"So creamy and easy. Tastes just like restaurant mango lassi and comes together so fast."
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