Tropical Lassi is a refreshing, gut-friendly Indian yogurt drink made by blending frozen mango, tart blueberries, and warm spices. Light, creamy, and naturally fruity, this Tropical Mango Blueberry Lassi makes a vibrant accompaniment to Indian food or a nourishing snack any time of day.
Tropical Mango Blueberry Lassi
A lassi is traditionally an Indian yogurt drink—thicker than a smoothie, more like a milkshake made with yogurt and milk. This version uses the probiotic benefits of plain yogurt as its base, complemented by sweet mango and tart blueberries for bright flavor and color. Frozen fruit helps create a thick, cold texture without added ice, and a touch of spice rounds out the profile.
I developed this recipe using organic plain nonfat yogurt for a clean, probiotic-rich base. Yogurt supplies live cultures and protein, and pairing it with fruit adds fiber and antioxidants. Frozen mango and blueberries work especially well together: mango brings tropical sweetness while blueberries add tartness and color. If you don’t have frozen mango, frozen peaches or other stone fruit make a tasty substitute.
Why choose organic dairy?
Choosing organic yogurt can reduce exposure to certain persistent pesticides and synthetic hormones, and organic dairy farms follow practices that avoid routine preventive antibiotics. Many organic dairies emphasize pasture access for cows and more natural feeding practices, which can influence both animal welfare and the quality of the milk used to make yogurt. If organic options are available, they’re a reliable choice for clean ingredients and high-quality dairy.
Live Active Cultures
Plain yogurt typically contains live active cultures—beneficial bacteria such as Streptococcus thermophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium species, and other probiotic strains depending on the brand. These cultures support gut health when included regularly in a balanced diet.
Recipe: Tropical Mango Blueberry Lassi
This recipe makes one generous smoothie-style lassi. It’s quick to prepare—about five minutes—and is ideal for breakfast, a light snack, or as part of a meal like Chicken Tikka Masala.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1/4 teaspoon lime zest
- 1/2 cup plain nonfat yogurt (organic if preferred)
- 6 almonds (or 1 tablespoon almond butter)
- 3/4 cup almond milk or milk of choice
- Handful of ice (optional if you want extra chill)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender: blueberries, mango, lime zest, yogurt, almonds or almond butter, milk, ice (if using), and cinnamon (if using).
- Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure everything is fully incorporated.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness: add a touch of honey or maple syrup if you prefer sweeter, or a splash more milk to thin the lassi. Serve immediately in a tall glass.
Yield and Timing
Yield: 1 smoothie (about one large glass). Prep time: approximately 5 minutes. No cooking required.
Nutrition (approximate per serving)
Calories: 215 kcal • Protein: 8 g • Carbohydrates: 34.5 g • Fat: 6 g • Fiber: 5 g • Sugar: 24.5 g
Notes and Tips
This recipe was adapted from The Smoothie Project with a couple of small changes: I omitted added honey to keep the natural fruit sweetness as the primary flavor. Using frozen fruit keeps the texture thick and milkshake-like; if your blender is low-powered, let frozen fruit thaw a few minutes or cut into smaller pieces before blending. You can split this into two smaller servings if serving as part of a larger meal.
For added richness, substitute full-fat yogurt or add a tablespoon of coconut cream. For a nut-free version, omit the almonds or replace almond butter with sunflower seed butter. A little lime zest brightens the drink and balances the sweetness.
More Smoothie Ideas
- Banana Date Smoothie
- Mango Stone Fruit Smoothie
- PB and J Smoothie
- Blueberry Banana Oatmeal Smoothie
- Green Monster Smoothie
Disclosure: This post was sponsored by Stonyfield. Thank you for supporting the brands that help make original recipe development possible. All thoughts are the author’s own.