Ingredients
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1/4 cup pitted Medjool dates (about 4 large), soaked medjool dates1/4 cup pitted Medjool dates (about 4 large), soaked
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1/4 cup raw cashews, soaked raw cashews1/4 cup raw cashews, soaked
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1 1/2 cups chilled water or unsweetened almond milk water1 1/2 cups chilled water or unsweetened almond milk
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1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom ground cardamom1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
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Pinch of saffron threads saffron threadsPinch of saffron threads
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1/2 teaspoon rose water (optional, for floral aroma) water1/2 teaspoon rose water (optional, for floral aroma)
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1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
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A pinch of salt saltA pinch of salt
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Ice cubes, for serving ice cubesIce cubes, for serving
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Crushed pistachios, for garnish (optional) pistachiosCrushed pistachios, for garnish (optional)
Directions
Serve immediately as a nourishing breakfast drink, post-workout refresher, or festive treat. Adjust sweetness by adding more dates if desired. For extra chill, refrigerate the shake before serving, or use frozen almond milk cubes. For a nut-free version, substitute raw sunflower seeds for cashews. Adjust the amount of cardamom and saffron to taste. This drink is inspired by Indian milkshakes (sharbats) and lassi, but is made vegan and naturally sweetened.
Steps
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Soak the dates and cashews in hot water for 15 minutes to soften, then drain. |
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Add the soaked dates and cashews, water or almond milk, cardamom, saffron, rose water (if using), vanilla, and salt to a blender. |
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Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy. |
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Add ice cubes and blend again for a chilled, frothy texture. |
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Pour into glasses and sprinkle with crushed pistachios for garnish, if desired. |
