This Easy Strawberry Lassi Recipe is a fruitier version of traditional lassi. It is an Indian yogurt drink made with a blend of fresh strawberries, yogurt and sugar. Perfect for the hot summer months but can be enjoyed all year round.
This creamy sweet lassi is ready in 5 minutes and can easily be made vegan.
- Why you will love this recipe
- Strawberry Lassi Ingredients
- Pro Tips
- How to make Strawberry Lassi
- Serving Suggestion
- Storage
About
This homemade strawberry lassi is made by blending sweet strawberries to make a strawberry puree then yogurt is added. It is a welcome contrast to the plain sweet version.
Lassi is a yogurt-based drink originating from the Indian subcontinent. It is a healthy drink that is prepared daily in Indian and Pakistani households on hot summer days.
The classic Indian lassi is made with a blend of yogurt with water or milk traditionally blended with a wooden churner.
These delicious recipes includes various flavorings such as sugar, salt, fruit pulp (like mango), or spices (such as cardamom or saffron).
There are two main types of lassi:
- Sweet Lassi recipe : This version is made with yogurt, water, sugar, and sometimes fruit to create a sweet and refreshing beverage.
- Salty Lassi: In this version, yogurt is blended with water, salt, and sometimes spices like cumin to create a savory and slightly tangy drink. A thinner salt lassi version called Chaas is served in Gujarati households. It is a plain lassi served in a Gujarati Thali .
Plain sweet lassi is often served in traditional clay or metal containers called “matka” or “lassi glasses.”
Lassi can be enjoyed on its own or paired with various Indian dishes to complement the meal.
Mango lassi is probably one of the most popular lassi flavours out there, particularly in Indian restaurants around the world!
This strawberry version switches the exotic mango for vibrant strawberries to create a wonderful strawberry yogurt drink.
Other lassi recipes we love are:
Rose Lassi – this is the perfect summer drink as the rose provides cooling benefits. Rose is often used in Indian cuisine
Caramel Lassi – a delicious drink prepared with caramel sauce
Tropical Mango Coconut and Passionfruit Lassi – this lassi is inspired by the flavours of the tropics and is sure to transport you to paradise!
Mango Cheesecake Lassi – this super creamy lassi is made with mango and cream cheese
Piyush Drink Recipe – piyush is a creamy beverage made with shrikhand. It has similarities to a sweet lassi
Kefir Lassi – this healthy lassi is prepared with good-for-you kefir yogurt
Why you will love this recipe
Perfect treat for the whole family
Delicious probiotic breakfast but can also be enjoyed any time of the day
Made with only 4 main ingredients – you only need a handful of ingredients that are easy to find
Appealing pink drink
Alternative to a breakfast smoothie
Fruity flavors with a hint of cardamom – a delicious alternative to a strawberry yogurt smoothie
Easy to make dairy free using vegan milk and yogurt
Strawberry Lassi Ingredients
Strawberries – juicy strawberries taste best when they are in season however, you can use frozen strawberries too. If using frozen, you may not need much water and you can skip the ice
Yogurt
For a thicker lassi, go for plain greek yogurt or greek-style yogurt.
You can also use homemade yogurt for this recipe.
Tangy yogurt can make the lassi taste a bit sour – particularly if the strawberries are quite tart too. You then end up needing more sugar
You can also use a low-fat yogurt but it may be sour so taste it first
Milk or water – for a creamier lassi, go for whole milk or even half and half. A couple of scoops strawberry ice cream gives wonderful taste and creaminess too.
I prefer to use water with a thick full-fat yogurt as the milk takes away the classical “tang” of lassi
Cardamom powder – a pinch of ground cardamom adds delicious flavour and is what sets this indian drink apart from a simple yogurt smoothie.
Sugar – I have used white sugar. Use another sweetener of your choice such as maple syrup, agave syrup, honey, or brown sugar. You can also use 100% natural sweetener, stevia, in place of sugar. Or use monk fruit
Optional:
Rose water, rose essence or rose syrup – adds a fun twist to this sweet strawberry lassi
Ice cubes
Vegan Strawberry Lassi
Replace the dairy yogurt for vegan yogurt and either use a plant based milk such as oat milk or almond milk or use water to thin it out
Plant based yogurt alternatives include coconut yogurt or oat yogurt
Pro Tips
Adjust the amount of sweetener to suit your taste buds and sweetness of the strawberries
Use fresh yogurt where possible for the best flavour
Whole milk yogurt yields best results as it is thick and creamy
You can add milk if your yogurt is too sour but otherwise water is best
Note that sweeteners other than white sugar can change the colour of the recipe
How to make Strawberry Lassi
In a blender or food processor, blend the strawberries with sugar and cardamom powder at high speed with either water or ice until smooth.
Spoon in the yogurt and either whisk or run through the blender for a few seconds. Over blending will cause the lassi to become thin
For a thinner consistency, add more ice, water or milk.
You can add the cardamom powder or any other flavouring at any stage of the method.
Serving Suggestion
Lassi is a popular drink anytime of the day. It is the perfect pick me up at breakfast with Gujarati Bateta Poha or with a meal.
Cold lassi goes wonderfully with spicy curries.
Serve in tall glasses and optionally garnish with small pieces of strawberry or other fresh berries. Mint leaves is a fancy option
Storage
If you want to freeze this lassi for later, why not pour into popsicle molds – it is a great way to cool down on a hot day and tastes just like strawberry ice cream!
Leftovers keep well in the fridge for a day.
Other refreshing drinks
Mango Mocktail
Watermelon Mocktail
Rose Hibiscus Sharbat
Virgin Cardamom Mojito
Iced Coffee with Ice Cream
Pineapple Juice Recipe + health benefits
Strawberry recipes:
Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad
No Bake Eggless Strawberry Cheesecake
Instant Pot Strawberry Jam
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Strawberry Lassi
Equipment
- 1 Food processor/Blender
Ingredients
- 2 cup strawberries
- 1 cup yogurt
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
- ice/water for consistency
- milk optional
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, add the 2 cup strawberries , 1/4 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
- Blend at high speed with either water or ice until smooth.
- Spoon in the 1 cup yogurt and either whisk or run through the blender for a few seconds. Over blending will cause the lassi to become thin.
- For a thinner consistency, add more ice, water or milk.
- You can add the cardamom powder or any other flavouring at any stage of the method.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Strawberry Lassi
Equipment
- 1 Food processor/Blender
Ingredients
- 2 cup strawberries
- 1 cup yogurt
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
- ice/water for consistency
- milk optional
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, add the 2 cup strawberries , 1/4 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cardamom powder
- Blend at high speed with either water or ice until smooth.
- Spoon in the 1 cup yogurt and either whisk or run through the blender for a few seconds. Over blending will cause the lassi to become thin.
- For a thinner consistency, add more ice, water or milk.
- You can add the cardamom powder or any other flavouring at any stage of the method.
Video
Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
This Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower recipe is so easy to prepare. Cauliflower florets are battered then coated in a homemade buffalo sauce.
This vegetarian appetizer or side dish goes great with Sour Cream and Chive Dip .
- Why you will love this recipe
- Air-fried Buffalo Cauliflower Ingredients
- How to make Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
- Pro Tips
- Serving Suggestion
- Storage
- Other Cauliflower recipes
Crispy buffalo cauliflower bites are prepared in the air fryer for an easy appetizer or game day snack. The hot buttery sauce pairs beautifully with your favorite creamy dip!
This best air fryer buffalo cauliflower wings recipe is a delicious step up from this crispy air fryer cauliflower recipe .
It is a no breading recipe and all you need to do is prepare a simple batter, air fry, then toss in the buttery sauce and air fry again!
Thanks to the circulation of the hot air from the air fryer, the cauliflower are perfectly cooked inside and crispy outside.
I love using my air fryer to make all sort of delicious snacks and sides. It is a little lighter alternative to deep frying and is quicker than oven-baked.
You might like to try these other air fryer recipes
Why you will love this recipe
Simple recipe
Its crazy good for those who love spicy food and are a fan of all things cauliflower!
Delicious buffalo cauliflower that’s great on game day as finger food or added to wraps or even salads
Air-fried Buffalo Cauliflower Ingredients
Cauliflower
All purpose flour – alternatively use gluten-free flour to make this recipe wheat-free
Cornstarch – helps to keep the batter crispy
Garlic powder or granules
Paprika – alternatively, use chili powder
Milk – alternatively, use buttermilk or kefir – use vegan milk to make this recipe dairy-free
Black pepper and salt
Hot sauce – a common brand is Frank’s red hot sauce but you can use any other
Maple syrup
Butter – use a vegan alternative or oil
Oil – cooking spray oil or ordinary oil such as olive oil
How to make Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Wash and drain a cauliflower head then chop into equal sized florets.
In a large mixing bowl, add the plain flour and cornstarch.
Tip in the spices and milk or liquid of choice.
Whisk until smooth.
Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil spray or brush with oil . Alternavitely use parchment paper.
Dip each floret into the batter and place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to work in batches.
Air Fry at 200 C for around 6-7 minutes. The cauliflower should be partially cooked only and just beginning to turn golden brown.
Meanwhile, prepare the hot sauce.
In a bowl, add the got sauce, maple syrup and butter. If you do not have melted butter, you may want to warm the miture in the microwave or stove top.
Remove the cauliflower from the basket and coat in the hot sauce.
Air fry the coated cauliflower again at 200 C for 4-5 minutes or until crispy.
Pro Tips
Adjust spices and seasoning according to your preference
Note that large florets may take longer to cook. Smaller florets will have a lower cook time
Ensure cauliflower is dry before adding the batter – the extra water will cause the cauliflower to become soggy
Do not overcrowd the basket as this causes the vegetable to steam rather than crisp up.
For liquid to prepare batter – note that milk is thin so you may not need to add as much. Buttermilk and kefir is thicker so you may need more to make a smooth batter. Aim for a pancake batter consistency as anything looser simply falls off in the air fryer basket.
Serving Suggestion
Serve buffalo cauliflower wings as finger food with your favorite dipping sauce or go with one of these popular dips!
Ranch – use vegan mayo to make it a vegan ranch dressing
Blue cheese dressing
Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Prepare celery sticks and carrot batons on the side.
The cauliflower goes great served in a wrap with salad leaves, sauce and shirazi salad
Try them in tacos with this Mango Pico de Gallo
Storage
Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower is best enjoyed immediately.
Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer.
Other Cauliflower recipes
Mashed Cauliflower
Vegan Cauliflower Korma
Roasted Thai Cauliflower Soup
Air Fryer Cauliflower Manchurian
Tandoori Cauliflower Chickpea Tacos
Air Fryer Cauliflower Cheese – a creamy British classic that is perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas
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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
Ingredients
Cauliflower Bites
- 1 head Cauliflower
- 1 cup All purpose flour
- ¼ cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika alternatively use chili powder
- ¾ cup Milk alternatively use buttermilk or kefir
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- Salt to taste
- Oil cooking spray oil or ordinary oil such as olive oil
Buffalo Sauce
- 1 cup Hot sauce a common brand is Frank’s red hot sauce but you can use any other
- ⅛ cup Maple syrup
- 3 tablespoon Butter
Instructions
Cauliflower Bites
- Wash and drain 1 head Cauliflower then chop into equal sized florets.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the plain flour and cornstarch.
- Tip in the spices and milk or liquid of choice
- Whisk until smooth.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil spray or brush with oil . Alternatively use parchment paper
- Dip each floret into the batter and place in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to work in batches
- Air Fry at 200 C / 400 F for around 6-7 minutes. The cauliflower should be partially cooked only and just beginning to turn golden brown.
Buffalo Sauce
- In a bowl, add the hot sauce, maple syrup and butter.
- If you do not have melted butter, you may want to warm the miture in the microwave or stove top.
- Keep it aside.
- Remove the cauliflower from the basket and coat in the hot sauce
- Air fry the coated cauliflower again at 200 C or 400 F for 4-5 minutes or until crispy.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
