Our foodie muse for this Smoothie Saturday is Nik Sharma from @abrowntable! He created a delicious and creamy pistachio milk recipe based on the cooling Indian drink, Thandai, which inspired us to try a version with kefir. Think golden milk meets pistachio gelato. Sounds good, right? Check out the recipe by scrolling down.
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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.
Servings: 1 - 2Ingredients
- 5/8 cup (140g) raw unsalted shelled pistachios, soaked
- 1 cup Vanilla Whole Milk Kefir
- 1/4 tsp ground green cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
- 2-3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
- Soften shelled pistachios for 30mins in boiling water
- Drain pistachios and set aside to cool. Run under cold water to make the cooling process faster.
- Put the pistachios, kefir, spices, and maple syrup in a blender and blitz smooth and with no chunks of pistachios. Taste and adjust the sweetness as required. Enjoy on its own or over ice.
