The ground sumac offers a savory, lemony flavor to this recipe which delivers a very rich, creamy lassi, pretty darn healthy, too. Sumac comes from the cashew family, so if you have nut allergies take precautions.

Heirloom Tomato and Mango Lassi with Ground Sumac

Serves 1-2

• 1cup thick Greek or Turkish yogurt, chilled
• 1/2cup chopped heirloom tomato that is sweet and juicy (Gorilla Orange Blossom or Valencia, for example)
• 1/2cup cubed fresh mango
• 1/8teaspoon ground cardamon
• 1/2teaspoon ground sumac (see photo) or 1/8 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1/8teaspoon zest of fresh lemon
• 1 1/2tablespoons acacia honey (or other type of your choice) to taste
• 2ice cubes, crushed up
• Sprinkle of sumac for garnish
• Spearmint leaf (or other herb) for garnish

1. Combine all the non-garnish ingredients in a blender and process. Chill, if desired.
2. Garnish with sumac sprinkles and a fresh herb sprig

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