Gut Loving Probiotic Lassi
What's great about it
This recipe is from the 'Liquid Nourishment' chapter of my cookbook, SIMPLE HEALTHY RECIPES.
This is a nourishing Ayurvedic style of smoothie rich in antioxidants, protein, probiotics and anti-inflammatory nutrients to help nourish the digestive system and boost immunity. Papaya is also rich vitamins A and C as well as the digestive enzyme, papain, which helps to digest protein.
This is a nourishing Ayurvedic style of smoothie rich in antioxidants, protein, probiotics and anti-inflammatory nutrients to help nourish the digestive system and boost immunity. Papaya is also rich vitamins A and C as well as the digestive enzyme, papain, which helps to digest protein.
Ingredients
SERVES 2
125 ml (1/2 cup/4 fl oz)
natural yoghurt
125 ml (1/2 cup/4 fl oz)
cold filtered water or
coconut water
1/2 small papaya
squeeze of lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon raw or
Manuka honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
handful of ice, to blend
EMBELLISHMENTS
1 tablespoon bee pollen
Method
COMBINE all ingredients in a blender.
BLEND until smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed.
POUR into a serving glass and garnish with bee pollen.
DRINK and enjoy.
Notes and Inspiration
We suggest embellishing with bee pollen as just a spoonful boosts minerals, vitamins and energy boosting carbohydrates.