Cucumber-Mint Chaas
Lightly spiced buttermilk blended with cucumber, mint and roasted cumin. A refreshing drink for 2 in 5 minutes.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 0 min
- Total
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
Chaas is a thin, savoury buttermilk made by blending curd with water. Cucumber and mint make it especially refreshing, and a pinch of roasted cumin gives it a gentle warmth.
Blend it briefly for a light froth on top.
Allergens
Contains: Milk / dairy
Contains milk (curd). Use a plain plant-based yoghurt for a dairy-free version.
Ingredients
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Serving size: 1 glass (about 270 ml)
Method
Step 1
Put the curd, cucumber, mint, roasted cumin, salt, ginger (if using) and half of the water in a blender.
Step 2
Blend for 20 to 30 seconds, until smooth and frothy.
Step 3
Add the remaining water and blend for 5 seconds more. Taste and adjust the salt.
Step 4
Pour into 2 glasses, garnish with mint and serve chilled.
Swaps, storage and serving
Substitutions
- Dairy-free: use an unsweetened plain soya or coconut yoghurt. The taste and thickness will differ.
- No blender: grate the cucumber, chop the mint very finely and whisk everything in a jug.
- Thicker or thinner: use less water for a thicker drink, or more for a lighter one.
Storage
Chaas is best fresh. If you make it ahead, keep it covered in the fridge (0–5°C) and drink it within 24 hours. It separates as it stands, so stir or shake before serving.
Serving suggestions
Serve alongside vegetable poha, khichdi or an afternoon snack such as roasted chana chaat.
Nutrition per serving (estimate)
Nutrition information is not yet available for this recipe.
Food-safety sources
- How to chill, freeze and defrost food safely — Food Standards Agency (GOV.UK). Accessed October 23, 2026. (opens external site)
- Water, drinks and hydration — NHS. Accessed October 23, 2026. (opens external site)
This article is general information, not medical advice. Talk to a qualified health professional about your own situation, especially if you have a health condition, are pregnant or take medication. Medical disclaimer