High-protein mango lassi is a lighter take on the classic Indian drink—cool, creamy, and perfect as a refreshing, nourishing snack.
Lightened Up Mango Lassi
Whenever I’m at an Indian restaurant, the mango lassis call my name! This classic Indian recipe is refreshing and simple to make at home, which means I can whip one up anytime. With a combination of Greek yogurt and fresh mango, it can be enjoyed with breakfast or as an afternoon high-protein snack. Try it with my Chicken Tikka Kebabs!
Why I Love This Homemade Lassi Recipe
There’s a lot to love about mango lassis, especially this lighter version! Here’s why it’s become a favorite in my kitchen.
- Simple, Just 4 ingredients. Well, 5 ingredients if you count the ice, but you’ve got that in your freezer already!
- Easy to make. It’s hard to justify paying for a mango lassi at a restaurant when you see how easy they are to make at home! This is a good recipe for kids to make themselves too.
- Lighter, high-protein. This mango lassi recipe isn’t as heavy as the traditional version, but the flavor is exactly what you expect, with 9 grams protein per serving.
Mango Lassi
Ingredients
- 1 medium mango, (the riper the better), skin removed and chopped
- 6 ounces fat-free Greek yogurt
- 1 cup fat-free milk
- 1 1/2 tbsp sugar, monk fruit or honey
- 1 cup crushed ice
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
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Variations
- Give it a protein boost. Add a scoop of plain or vanilla protein powder before blending your lassi.
- Make it dairy-free. Swap in your favorite plant milk and yogurt for a lassi without the dairy.
- Add some turmeric. I like to add a generous pinch of turmeric for a little extra color, flavor, and anti-inflammatory benefits. (It’s also a key player in my Turmeric Golden Milk Popsicles.)
- Try other spices. While turmeric is my go-to, cardamom would be wonderful in a mango lassi, as would ground cinnamon or nutmeg.
Nutrition
What You’ll Need
Here are a few notes to help you select the ingredients for this mango lassi recipe. Scroll to the recipe card to find the ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.
- Mango – I love champagne mangos (also known as Ataulfo mangos) because they are sweeter and less fibrous than other common varieties. When mangos aren’t in season or just aren’t looking great at the grocery store, I swap in frozen mango chunks.
- Greek yogurt – I use fat-free plain Greek yogurt, but if you prefer reduced-fat or even whole milk, that’s fine too; just keep in mind that the nutrition will be different.
- Milk – Fat-free (skim) milk is my choice for this recipe, but you can use whatever you keep on hand.
- Sweetener – Typically I use sugar or honey, but you can certainly make this with stevia, monk fruit, agave nectar, or your sweetener of choice.
- Crushed ice – If your fridge doesn’t make crushed ice, you can chop some cubes in your blender before adding the rest of the ingredients.
How to Make a Mango Lassi
This recipe comes together in a snap. Here’s the step-by-step directions.
- Combine. Add all the ingredients to your blender.
- Blend. Turn the blender on and slowly increase the speed to high. Blend until the lassi is completely smooth; it will be a little bit thinner than a typical smoothie.
Recipe Variations
Want to switch things up and try some other ways to make a mango lassi? Feel free to come up with your own ideas or try one of these:
- Give it a protein boost. Add a scoop of plain or vanilla protein powder before blending your lassi.
- Make it dairy-free. Swap in your favorite plant milk and yogurt for a lassi without the dairy.
- Add some turmeric. I like to add a generous pinch of turmeric for a little extra color, flavor, and anti-inflammatory benefits. (It’s also a key player in my Turmeric Golden Milk Popsicles.)
- Try other spices. While turmeric is my go-to, cardamom would be wonderful in a mango lassi, as would ground cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Add other fruit. Try my Tropical Mango Blueberry Lassi or your own combination of fruits.
More Lighter Versions of Indian Favorites
Although a lot of people enjoy sipping a mango lassi while eating Indian food, I think of it more as a dessert or something to enjoy on its own! But if you want to serve your lassi with other Indian dishes, here are some recipes to try.
Lightened Up Indian Dishes
These recipes are inspired by classic Indian favorites, but with simple ingredient swaps to make them lighter.
Storing Leftovers
- Refrigerator: As with smoothies, mango lassis are best enjoyed right away, but if you do have some leftovers, you can refrigerate the lassi covered in the glass or in an airtight container for up to a day. Stir it well before serving.
- Freezer: An even better way to store leftovers is freezing. I love pouring lassi into popsicle molds for a frozen treat, but you can also stash your leftovers in an airtight container or freezer bag and thaw in the refrigerator before serving. I let it thaw just enough so it’s sippable, but still a bit frosty.
I love the healthy version of this Indian classic! It’s a not-so-guilty “guilty treat” that’s satisfying as a snack.
Yum! I made with a peach & a few strawberries
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This was very good. The only thing I think it needs is some rose water. I had some dried rose buds from the global food store (or your local Indian store) that I added to this smoothie, and it made it close to perfect!
Can this be made with almond milk?
Yes, I don’t see why not.
Great recipe! To make it a bit more authentic, I added lime juice from two wedges of lime and about 1/2 tsp. ginger. Sooo good.
So good!
Delicious and easy to make. Thank you!
Hi Gina,
This is a great simple flexible recipe during these troubled times. I have made it several times with different fruits…depending on availability…..mango, banana, strawberries and frozen blueberries( defrosted)
It is easy to make half a recipe.
My family has enjoyed it.
Thanks so much, and please stay well, ,
Thanks Lisa, you too!
Enjoying my HEALTHY mango lassi and it’s delicious. I did add about a tbs of vanilla Vega protein. Great recipe 🙂
Sounds amazing, I'm trying this today! Add a little cardamom for a little more authentic lassi taste! So delicious!
Mango lassis are my favorite. I always get one when we go out for Indian food. This is delicious. Thank you!
When my husband and I were in college, we made frequent visits to the Hampton Chutney Co. in Amagansett for their mango lassi. We have been off of Long Island for almost 10 years now. I had no idea mango lassi was so easy to make. I made it for us both this morning and it brought back great memories.
Thank you!
I made this today, yum yum! The only difference is I made mine with Almond Milk and Chobani Mango yogurt. Delicious!
OMG had this last night and it was so good!!!!!
I just made this mango recipe, to keep it super light, I just cut milk and honey and still delicious. You just have to pick a ripe mango
Thanks for recipe..
i just made this recipe, and it is SO TASTY! i love being able to get my fresh fruit in a different way.
Can you convert this to the new Points Plus? Thanks!
considering i just bought a mango yesterday, this will be on the top of my list to make today ((i've made 4 of your recipes between yesterday and today and i haven't had a complaint about 1) thank you!!!!
i just bought a mango and this is what i'll be making 🙂
Hi Maggie,
I don’t have a standard serving size, they all vary depending on the recipe or who I’m feeding that day. For the most part they are usually 4-6 people but I always note it in the recipe.
Gina,
My weight watcher group is having a summer salad potluck. I was looking through your wonderful salad recipes and was wondering… is there a standard serving size that you have for your recipes? If so…. how big is a serving?
Any yogurt-based smoothie has a special place in my heart. Lassis are just so refreshing and sweet, hard to feel bad about them!
That looks absolutely delish!! I love mano lassi.
I am drooling.
mmm-this looks great!
Thank you for this site! You saved me from searching the internet for WW recipes I would actually eat. Thank you thank you!
yum! 🙂
I love Mango,This drink looks delicious.
Nice Picture!
Wow, that is a great recipe!
Yes mango lassi is a very sumptuous and filling drink.Only for the diabetic to watch for the sugar because mango is very high in the sugar content.
Ooooh! What a treat!