We turned a classic summer drink into a probiotic-packed, sweet and tangy treat that’s a delight to sip on during a warm and sunny day. Our Frozen Cherry Limeade Smoothie hits every flavor note with the perfect chilly finish. Made with protein-packed Lifeway Organic Whole Milk Black Cherry Kefir that’s loaded with billions of probiotics, this smoothie nourishes your gut health and tastes delicious, too!
This simple smoothie recipe comes together easily and has a frosty, creamy texture that’s ultra-satisfying. For starters, Lifeway Kefir packs this recipe with protein to keep you satiated, while cherries and dates are packed with prebiotic fiber and a wealth of antioxidants. Lime juice is rich in vitamin C for healthy skin and a healthy immune system, which means cherries, dates, and limes make delightful pairings for our kefir. Lifeway Kefir is an excellent cultured food to enjoy for a healthy immune system and a healthy gut all year round, but we have to say, it really shines in summer drinks like this.
Your taste buds and your gut are going to love this easy recipe, we just know it! Grab some Lifeway Kefir at a store near you here or shop online so you can enjoy this recipe with us.
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 better 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, support the digestive system, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1. Lifeway Kefir also contains a variety of nutrients that are vital for healthy bones and overall health including vitamins D3, K, and B 12 along with calcium and potassium. Along with our kefir, we also offer our creamy, cultured Lifeway Farmer Cheese, a high protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support a healthy microbiome that’s easy to spread and contains no added salt or sugar.
Prep Time: 5 minutes Servings: 2Ingredients
- 2 cups Organic Whole Milk Black Cherry Kefir
- *or you can use our Lowfat Cherry Kefir or our Plain Kefir for a less-sweet variety
- 2 cups frozen dark sweet cherries
- 2-3 pitted dates
- juice from 2-3 limes (about 3 tbsp.)
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 1 cup ice
- Garnishes: 2 lime wedges
Directions
- Add Lifeway Kefir, cherries, dates, lime juice, and vanilla to a blender, then blend until creamy and smooth. Add 1 cup ice and blend again.
- Pour into 2 glasses and top each glass with a lime wedge, then enjoy!
