If truth be told, this mint lassi happened quite by accident. The mint that was to be used as garnish somehow ended up in the blender. I blended it and there it was, lassi and bits of green. Okay, I said to myself, no worries. How bad can it be? OMG, it was so so good! Although I post mostly dairy-free recipes, this lassi needed to be shared. So, if you can tolerate dairy, you must try it! I am sharing some substitutes in the notes below. But first,
Let’s talk about the benefits of mint
Mint contains the compound Menthol, the main ingredient in peppermint and other mint plants, has a calming effect on the gastrointestinal tract and it also contains trace amounts of iron, fiber, potassium, and vitamin A.
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- Mint calms the stomach and aids the bile in the stomach to flow more efficiently. This in turn helps in digesting fats.
- Peppermint is a decongestant and helps in loosening up phlegm to improve cough.
- A four-week study concluded that peppermint oil benefits patients with IBS (Irritable Bowl Syndrome) by improving abdominal symptoms.
- Peppermint helps with bloating and flatulence by releasing painful gas.
- Research shows that mint can play an important role in healing cancer.
There are so many reasons to grab some mint today, or better yet, grow some in your backyard, it’s super easy!
If you like mint-infused drinks, try my Mint lemonade recipe as well!
Mint Lassi
Ingredients
- 1 cup greek yogurt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 cup ice
- 2-3 sprigs mint
Instructions
- Put all the ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend till fully incorporated. Pour into tall glasses and enjoy right away.
Notes
- If you have intolerance to dairy, try using A2 milk or Lactose free milk.
- Always read labels and use milk that comes from grass fed cows.
Madiha Kashif says
Mint Lassi has a great cooling effect. Tried Mint Lassi after a spicy lunch and it was great.
Zeeshan says
That’s wonderful Madiha! Yogurt and mint is a great combination!