Fresh Mango Lassi — Creamy Yogurt Mango Drink with Cardamom

Published: February 22, 2026
Jimmy JohnsonJimmy Johnson
Categories: Asian, Juices, Fruits
Tags: Summer, Vegetarian, Quick, drink, beverage, Indian
A bright, high-end food photography shot of Fresh Mango Lassi in tall chilled glasses. Main visible ingredients: vibrant mango pulp and slices, creamy yogurt, a drizzle of honey, a sprinkle of ground cardamom, fresh mint leaves, and ice cubes. Styled as an Indian-inspired chilled beverage with clean, modern presentation on a light surface, soft natural lighting, shallow depth of field, and a hint of garnish (mint and mango slice) on each glass. Cuisine style: Indian beverage, presentation style: fresh, inviting, restaurant-quality. IMPORTANT: No text, no labels, no captions, no words on the image. Pure food photography only.

Mango Lassi

This Mango Lassi is one of those simple pleasures that tastes like sunshine in a glass. Ripe mangoes blended with creamy yogurt, a little milk to loosen, and honey for gentle sweetness make a silky drink that’s perfect for hot afternoons or as a cooling finish to a spicy meal.

I love adding a pinch of ground cardamom for warmth and a squeeze of lime to brighten the flavors. It comes together in minutes and feels both indulgent and wholesome — serve it ice-cold with a sprig of mint for an easy crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

  • 2 pieces Ripe mangoes, peeled and chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups Plain yogurt (whole-milk or Greek)
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 2 tbsp Honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp Ground cardamom
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 cup Ice cubes
  • 8 pieces Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place chopped mango, yogurt, milk, honey, lime juice, cardamom, and a pinch of salt in a blender.

  2. Add ice cubes and blend on high until perfectly smooth and creamy, about 30–45 seconds. Taste and adjust sweetness or lime as needed.

  3. Pour into chilled glasses, garnish with a mint sprig and a thin mango slice, and serve immediately.

Tips & Notes

  • For extra silkiness, use full-fat Greek yogurt and very ripe mangoes — Ataulfo or Alphonso varieties are ideal if available.
  • Make it dairy-free by swapping yogurt for coconut yogurt and milk for almond milk; adjust sweetness to taste.