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Cucumber Lassi

Posted by Salt to Taste on February 20, 2016February 20, 2016

Cucumber – 2

Milk – 1.5 cups

Water – 1 cup

Yoghurt – 1/2 cup

A Drop of vanilla essence

Sugar or any sweetener as per taste

Blend all ingredients and serve chilled

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