Low Histamine Honey-Vanilla Lassi

Total time5 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time0 min

Creamy, lightly sweet, and wonderfully frothy, this chilled lassi is the kind of drink that feels like a treat without any of the fuss. The key to keeping it low in histamine is using very fresh yogurt and whole milk — fermented dairy accumulates histamine over time, so freshness here is everything, not just a preference. Vanilla powder stands in for extract, which typically contains alcohol and can be a hidden trigger, giving you that warm, floral note without the worry. A drizzle of honey adds gentle sweetness that ties it all together, and the optional cardamom brings a subtle spice that makes each sip feel a little more special. Everything goes into the blender at once and comes together in under a minute, making this a genuinely effortless two-serving recipe for a quick breakfast, afternoon refresher, or light dessert. Serve it the moment it's blended — that frothy, ice-cold texture is at its absolute best right away.

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Ingredients

2 servings

1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt, very fresh
½ cup whole milk, cold
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2 tbsp honey
½ tsp pure vanilla powder
¼ cup ice cubes
1 pinch ground cardamom (optional)

Instructions

1
Add the yogurt, cold milk, honey, vanilla powder, and ice cubes to a blender.
2
Blend on high speed for 30–45 seconds until completely smooth and frothy, with no visible ice chunks.

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