Lassi , whether it is sweet or salt, is the most healthy and welcoming drink all time. I have already posted the recipe of masala chaas here . When i posted vazhaithandu mo r i have this idea in mind. . This cucumber lassi with millet is a very healthy one and quite filling too. I made this kuthiraivali | Barnyard millet. You can try with varagu, thinai or samai too. even can make with Oats too. Try this millet cucumber lassi and stay hydrated this summer.

Preparation Time : 5 mins | Cooking Time : 10 Mins | Serves: 2

Yogurt| curd 1/2 cup Green chili a small piece Cucumber 1/2 Kuthiraivaali rice 2 tblsp Salt to taste Water 1and 1/2 cup Cumin seeds 1/ tsp (crushed) Jeera powder 1/4 tsp

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Method:

  • In a pan add the kuthiraivaali millet and 1/2 cup of water. Cook this in a low flame till the rice becomes soft. You can use any millet of your choice.
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  • Allow this to cool . Peel the cucumber and chop them roughly. In a mixer grind the cooked millet, chopped cucumber, yogurt, salt, ginger,cumin powder and salt.
  • Add water to this as it will be thick. If needed add ice cubes to this.
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  • Cucumber lassi is ready to serve. Add crushed jeera on the top while serving.
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  1. You can add a small piece of ginger while grinding.
  2. You can add a pinch of chaat masala to this while serving.
  3. You can make this with any millet too.