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Autumn Salad

Vibrant, crunchy, and delicious, you’ll want to devour every bit of this autumn salad.

Made with all the best fall flavors, such as kale, which is so rich in vitamin A and C that one serving (1 cup) meets your recommended daily requirement for both of these vitamins! Apples, walnuts, and quinoa are a good source of fiber which has been associated with reduced risks of diabetes.

Top it off with our Honey Mustard Kefir Dressing to complement this marvelous mixture.

Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Need to Know

With increasing research linking the correlation between probiotics, gut health, and immunity, it’s no secret that the integrity of our gut is vital to our health. Although additional factors such as stress, antibiotic usage, and individual health conditions can contribute to the condition of our gut, a focus on healthy food choices is one of the easiest ways to support the microbiome.

Several studies have shown a strong association between the gut-brain-microbiota. Probiotics introduced to the gut have been found to support immunityimprove allergies, and improve digestion.

Studies have shown that reduced diversity of healthy gut bacteria during early years is associated with an increase in food allergies during school-age years. In addition, kefir made from whole milk helps absorb key nutrients such as Vitamins A, D, E, and K. Vitamin K is important because it helps your bones absorb calcium. It’s important to know that kefir contains a special trio: vitamin D, K, and calcium – all three crucial elements to support bone health.

Servings: 5

Directions

  1. Mix all of the ingredients together in a big mixing bowl.
  2. After thoroughly mixing the salad ingredients, divide into five portions.
  3. For the dressing, add all ingredients into the pitcher of a high-powered blender or food processor. Blend on high until smooth, or until desired consistency is reached. Chill at least 10 minutes to blend flavors.
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