Starry Night Lassi – A Twinkling Vegan Wonder

Starry Night Lassi – A Twinkling Vegan Wonder

Find a vegan lassi recipe that combines sweet mangoes with the richness of saffron and vegan yogurt for an enchanting dessert drink.

Time: Prep: 10 mins | Cook: None | Total: 10 mins
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Indian, Vegan

Allergens

Nuts (Almonds)

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 cups almond milk (unsweetened) 2. 1 ripe mango, peeled and pitted 3. 1/4 cup yogurt (vegan) 4. 1 tbsp maple syrup 5. A pinch of saffron threads 6. 1/2 tsp cardamom powder 7. A few ice cubes 8. A sprinkle of pistachios, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, soak the saffron threads in 2 tablespoons of warm almond milk for about 5 minutes to release its aroma and color.
  2. Blend together mango pieces, remaining almond milk, yogurt, maple syrup, cardamom powder, and soaked saffron with its infused milk in a blender until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the blend into two serving glasses, adding ice cubes to each glass for a refreshing touch.
  4. Sprinkle crushed pistachios on top for added crunch and garnish with a few strands of saffron.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to a perfect Starry Night Lassi lies in using ripe, juicy mangoes for their intense flavor and a good quality vegan yogurt that is thick and creamy.

Notes

This recipe is vegan and gluten-free. It's also a great source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and antioxidants from the saffron and mango.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dessert-inspired lassi draws its name from the famous painting "Starry Night" by Vincent Van Gough, evoking a sense of tranquility amidst a cosmic landscape.