Reset and refresh with our lemon herbed cucumber toast. Start by spreading our farmer cheese and freshly chopped dill on sourdough bread. Then top your toast with layers of thinly sliced cucumber and add a drizzle of vinaigrette made with zesty lemon and peppery herbs. Last, but not least, garnish with lemon zest and sea salt.
Fight the Radicals – The Free Radicals (and Prevent Cancer)
While lemon juice might not be the key to curing cancer, some studies show that citrus limonoids may inhibit the development of certain tumors. Vitamin C might also help fight the formation of free radicals, which are known to cause cancer.
Support a Healthy Immune System
Just as the probiotics in our kefir may help support a healthy immune system, the vitamin C in lemons can help reduce the severity and duration of the common cold.
Cultured Dairy: The Nutrition Benefits You Actually 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 immunity, improve 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 fat 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.
Prebiotics + Probiotics = a Healthy You
Prebiotics are non-living, non-digestible carbohydrates naturally found in a variety of foods. Your body actually can’t digest prebiotics, so they’re what probiotics feed off of to remain actively working in your digestive system. They help the digestive system by promoting the growth of good bacteria. Prebiotics and probiotics work together in balance to make sure our digestive system stays on track and regular. Research has found that consuming a variety of prebiotic and probiotic food sources may improve your body’s natural functions, including both your immune and digestive system.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Farmer Cheese
- 1/2 tsp freshly chopped dill
- 1/2 cucumber thinly shaved
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon juice + zest
- 1/2 tsp fresh oregano
- pinch of garlic powder
- 2 slices of toasted bread
Directions
- Mix fresh dill and farmer cheese together and spread over toasted bread.
- Layer on thinly sliced cucumber.
- Drizzle toast with your lemon herbed vinaigrette (stir mixture of olive oil, garlic powder, lemon juice, fresh oregano in a small bowl).
- Garnish with lemon zest and salt.
