Best Mango Lassi Recipe (5-Minute Indian Drink)

5 from 1 vote

Creamy, refreshing mango lassi made with yogurt, mango, and cardamom. Ready in 5 minutes - perfect for summer!

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: mango

Servings:

Calories: 181kcal

1½ cups Ripe mangoes peeled and chopped (about 3 medium mangoes or 2 large mangoes)
¾ cup Plain yogurt
¾ cup Milk or water (cold)
1-2 tablespoons Sugar or honey/maple syrup (optional and to taste) *read notes
pinch Ground cardamom (optional but traditional)
4-5 Ice cubes

Blend: In a high-speed blender, combine mango, yogurt, water or milk, sweetener of choice, cardamom if using, and ice cubes.
Blend until smooth and creamy, about 30–45 seconds.
Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness as desired. You can add more water/milk to thin or more yogurt for richness.
Serve chilled immediately. Garnish with a pinch of ground cardamom or chopped pistachios (optional).

Use ripe, sweet mangoes: The better your mango, the better your lassi. Look for mangoes that give slightly when pressed and smell fragrant near the stem. Ataulfo, Alphonso, or Kesar are great options. Avoid fibrous or underripe mangoes.
Frozen vs. fresh: Frozen mango chunks work perfectly and help create a thick, icy texture without watering it down. If using fresh mango, add a few ice cubes or chill ingredients before blending.
Yogurt choice matters: Plain full-fat yogurt is closest to traditional Indian dahi. For a thicker result, use Greek yogurt or labneh. For a vegan version, use coconut or almond-based yogurt.
Sweetener adjustments: Depending on how ripe your mangoes are, you may not need much (or any) added sugar. Taste before blending in sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or dates.
Cardamom is optional but recommended: Just a pinch adds a lovely floral warmth. For an extra-special touch, grind whole green cardamom pods fresh.
Consistency control: Add more milk (or water) for a thinner drink or use less for a thick, spoonable texture.