This ginger pineapple lassi is a great way to spice up your morning smoothie routine. It’s made with only six simple ingredients and delivers a boost of calcium and vitamin C.
Fresh ginger can be one of those pantry items that’s either missing when you need it or sitting in abundance after you buy a large piece for a specific recipe. While freezing ginger is an option, it’s easy to forget it in the freezer. Making this ginger pineapple lassi has been a simple, delicious way to use up fresh ginger and start the day on a bright note.
This lassi is vibrant and refreshing. If you need an extra wake-up, enjoy a cup of coffee alongside this Indian-inspired smoothie—the two teaspoons of freshly grated ginger deliver a lively kick. Traditionally, a lassi is made with mango, but here pineapple provides a tangy, tropical twist. A splash of almond milk (or any milk you prefer) combines with yogurt to create a rich, frothy texture and adds extra calcium. Coconut milk is another tasty alternative.
Note: If you don’t have ground cardamom, you can omit it or swap in a pinch of cinnamon for a slightly different warm flavor.
- 3/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt
- 1/4 cup milk (almond milk or any milk of your choice)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks
- 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Pinch ground cardamom (optional)
- 4–5 ice cubes
- Chopped crystallized ginger and fresh mint for serving (optional)
- Combine the yogurt, milk, pineapple, ginger, honey, cardamom, and ice in a blender. Blend until smooth and frothy. Pour into a glass and top with chopped crystallized ginger and a sprig of fresh mint if desired.
