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Watermelon, Lime, and White Pepper Yogurt Drink

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Photo of two smoothie recipes one with watermelon and white pepper.
Photo by Dylan James Ho and Jeni Afuso

This drink is inspired by the yogurt beverages of the Middle East and South Asia, such as ayran, doogh, and lassi. Tangy yogurt is refreshing, and there's just enough in this recipe to make a beverage that's a little bit (not overly) creamy. 

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