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Expand1 banana, (frozen or else with the addition of a few ice cubes) Ask a question about this ingredient
3 sage leaves (about 1 inch, enough to make 1/2 tsp.) Ask a question about this ingredient
@1 ounces shelled walnuts Ask a question about this ingredient
1 cup of plain Greek yogurt (can be gluten free) Ask a question about this ingredient
1-2 tablespoons of chestnut honey, to taste, or grade B maple syrup as an alternative Ask a question about this ingredient
The night before freeze the banana, so you will not need any ice cubes to make the lassi. later.
Ask a question about this stepToast the walnut pieces for about 2 minutes and the sage leaves for about one minute in a heavy pan. Then in a spice or clean coffee grinder, grind them to a powder.
Ask a question about this stepPeel the frozen banana and add to a blender. If you didn't freeze the banana, then just add a few ice cubes to the blender. Combine with the yogurt, sage, walnut, yogurt and honey (or maple syrup). Adjust for sweetness. Pour and enjoy.
Ask a question about this stepThis sounds refreshing and healthy - perfect for after the holidays!
Thanks, hla. It has a simplicity and complexity all at the same time. Your savory chicken looks mighty tempting.
Nozlee is the Assistant Editor of Food52.
The Queen of all things 'Lassi'. Have a blessed 2012 - this sounds wonderful!