We’re sharing a little bit of lime and a whole lot of love with our Strawberry Basil Margarita Smoothie. This tart and tangy mocktail starts with Strawberry Lifeway Kefir, packed with beneficial bacteria to support digestion and immunity, plus natural protein to help maintain strong muscles and support bone health with calcium and vitamin D3.
We blend in limes and strawberries for vitamin C, basil for vitamin K, and a pinch of salt for that classic margarita flavor. Enjoy this light and refreshing probiotic perfection as is, or if you’re over 21, add a splash of tequila for a spirited spin.
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.
Servings: 2Ingredients
- 2 cups Organic Whole Milk Strawberry Kefir
- 1 1/2 cup organic strawberries, frozen
- 1 lime, peeled
- a small handful of basil leaves
- 1 pinch salt
- optional: a teaspoon of honey if you want it sweeter
- salt, strawberries, and lime slices for the rims of the glasses
Directions
- Add Lifeway Kefir, strawberries, the lime, basil leaves, and a pinch of salt to the blender. Add the honey if using, then blend until creamy.
- Rim two glasses with extra salt, pour in the smoothies, and add a slice of lime. Add a couple strawberry pieces for a garnish, then enjoy!
