We’ve got a souper recipe to get the night started off right. Easy to make, our Roasted Veggie Soup starts with Lifeway Kefir to give this soothing dish a pop of probiotics and a smooth, creamy consistency. It blends flawlessly with a handful of Roma tomatoes, zucchini, and garlic, creating a comforting, savory flavor that will warm you from the inside out. Plus, the probiotics in Lifeway Kefir help support a healthy gut and immunity, making it a surefire hit and a great addition to your recipe notebook as the weather cools down.
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 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.
Prep Time: 5-10 min Servings: 1-2Ingredients
- 6 Roma tomatoes, halved
- 4 carrots, peeled and halved
- 1 red pepper, cut into quarters
- 1 white onion, halved
- 2 garlic bulbs
- 1 yellow zucchini, sliced
- 1 green zucchini, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- salt/pepper to taste
- 2 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 1/2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup Organic Plain Whole Milk Kefir
- Handful of fresh basil
Directions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prep all veggies according to the ingredient list. Add to the baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over all the veggies. Top with salt/pepper, dried basil, Italian seasoning, and dried oregano.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Once baked, add to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add boiling water, and Plain Organic Whole Milk Lifeway Kefir and blend again until incorporated.
- Add to bowl, top with more Italian seasoning, salt/pepper (if needed) and fresh basil. Enjoy!
