Chilled Mango and Pineapple Soup

Ingredients

• 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup pineapple, cubed
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a blender, combine the mango, pineapple, yogurt, honey, ginger, cardamom, cloves, salt and pepper.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour into a bowl and chill for at least 1 hour.
4. Serve chilled.

Interesting Facts

• Mangoes are a rich source of vitamins A and C, and are packed with antioxidants.
• Pineapple is an excellent source of vitamin C, manganese, and fiber.
• Yogurt is a great source of protein and calcium.
• Ginger is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidative properties.
• Cardamom has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine for its many health benefits.