Summer coolers and SNACKS

Lisha Arvind, a Bengaluru-based food blogger (Nandoo's Kitchen), shares three healthy and nutritious summer coolers and snacks recipes

- Lisha Arvind

MANGO LASSI

(2 servings)

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup ripe mango pulp

• 1 cup plain yogurt (curd)

• ½ cup cold milk or water (adjust for desired consistency)

• 2-3 tbsp sugar

• ¼ tsp ground cardamom

• Ice cubes (optional)

• Chopped nuts (optional, for garnish)

PREPARATION GUIDE

• Blend mango pulp, yogurt, milk/water, sugar, and cardamom in a mixer. Blend until smooth and frothy.

• Pour into glasses over ice cubes.

• Garnish with chopped nuts or mint leaves.

• Serve chilled.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Yogurt is rich in probiotics, which balance gut bacteria and alleviate bloating and constipation symptoms. It also contains phosphorus, calcium, protein, zinc, magnesium, vitamin D, and B12. Mangoes are good for the skin and eyes because of their vitamin A and C content. They regulate blood pressure due to their high potassium content. Rich in fibre, they aid good digestion and bowel health.