Mango Lassi

Use the ripest, sweetest, smoothest mangos you can find, such as Champagne or Haitian varieties, to make this yogurt-enriched Indian fruit shake. Striking the perfect balance between sweet and tart, this mango lassi makes a fine breakfast smoothie, or cooling accompaniment to spicy meals.

• 3 cups plain yogurt (not Greek-style)
• ¼ cup sugar
• ½ tsp. kosher salt
• 1 large ripe mango, peeled, pitted, and coarsely chopped
• Coarsely chopped pistachios, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. To a blender, add the yogurt, sugar, salt, and mango, and blend until smooth. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour. Pour into glasses, garnish with pistachios if desired, and serve with straws.