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Turmeric Lassi - Golden Yogurt Drink

Turmeric Lassi - Golden Yogurt Drink. Lassi is a yogurt based drink served as a beverage in India. This version uses non dairy yogurt, turmeric, black pepper and ginger for a cooling Lassi. Vegan Gluten-free Recipe.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drink
Cuisine: Gluten-free, Vegan
Servings: 2
Author: Vegan Richa

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain non dairy yogurt
  • 1 cup almond milk or coconut milk frozen into cubes 1 heaping cup cubes
  • 1 tsp or more turmeric
  • a good dash of black pepper
  • a good pinch of cayenne
  • a pinch of salt optional
  • 1 tbsp or more sweetener sugar, maple, coconut sugar etc
  • 1 tsp candied ginger or 1/2 tsp fresh peeled ginger
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Instructions

  • Add everything to the blender, Blend for a minute until smooth. Taste and adjust sweet and blend for 15 seconds. Pour into serving glasses. Add ice cubes if needed.
  • Add a pinch of turmeric and pepper to garnish or top with some whipped coconut cream. Serve immediately.

Notes

To make mango lassi, add a cup of ripe mango puree.
Add other flavor additions such as saffron, fresh mint, cinnamon, rose water etc.
Nutritional values based on one serving

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Sodium: 323mg | Potassium: 27mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 45IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 0.5mg