A fresh, flavorful Caprese salad is always a crowd-pleaser, especially when you make it with Lifeway Farmer Cheese, so we turned this recipe idea into an easy Farmer Cheese Caprese Bowl that’s packed with protein.
Our soft cheese is like the blended cottage cheese that is all the rage right now, but Lifeway Farmer Cheese is ready to go right out of the package with no blender required. High in protein like cottage cheese, but smoother in texture and more creamy, it’s an ideal cheese to use in healthy protein bowls like this one.
With this very simple recipe, the cheese’s mild and adaptable flavor pairs perfectly with the sharp, juicy taste of ripe tomatoes and the savory, earthy basil leaves. Our Farmer Cheese Caprese Bowl is a protein-rich take on a classic summer salad that’s filled with live probiotic cultures. It’s perfect for all your potlucks, picnics, and parties that your gut will love as much as you do!
The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for optimal digestion and gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health. Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1.
Lifeway Kefir is packed with a variety of vital nutrients important for overall health, including bone and muscle health; these include vitamin D3, K, calcium, and vitamin B12. Along with our probiotic-rich kefir, Lifeway also offers artisan-made Farmer Cheese, a creamy, high-protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support healthy muscles and a healthy microbiome. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is easy to spread, free of gums and thickeners, and contains no added salt or sugar for optimal health benefits.
Prep Time: 5 mins Servings: 4Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups Farmer Cheese
- 6-8 diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- 6-8 leaves of basil or 2 tbsp. fresh oregano
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/8 tsp. garlic powder
- Serve with toasted baguette pieces, crackers, or other bread of choice
Directions
- In a bowl layer farmer cheese with garlic powder, salt and pepper, and olive oil. Stir to combine, then top with the basil, tomatoes, and vinegar in that order.
- Serve with toasted baguette pieces, crackers, or other bread of choice and enjoy!
