Our Berry Mango Dressing with Lifeway Kefir is light, sweet, tangy, and great for gut health. It’s packed with prebiotics and probiotics, and perfect for summer. We whipped up this dressing in no time and tossed it over a bed of greens with fresh fruits, veggies, healthy seeds, and plant-based protein from quinoa. So what are you waiting for? Dive into our new recipe and discover something new!
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. Our Farmer Cheese is also a great source of all these nutrients, just in a different format for all the cheese lovers out there.
Prep Time: 10 mins Servings: 4-6Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh, ripe mango slices
- 1/8 tsp. sea salt
- 1 tsp. raw apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup fresh mixed berries (blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries work best)
- 2 cups Mango Lowfat Kefir
- juice of 1 lemon
- juice of 1 orange
- Serving options: Serve over a bed of fresh greens with fresh fruits and veggies of choice, pumpkin and/or sunflower seeds, and some cooked quinoa for a boost of protein. Or, pick your favorites!
Directions
- Add all the ingredients (except the serving options) to your blender or a food processor. Blend on low, then progress to high. Pulse to break down the bits of berry seeds if needed. Feel free to add fresh herbs if you enjoy, then serve over a bed of fresh greens with pumpkin or sunflower seeds, fresh veggies, other fruits, and some cooked quinoa for a boost of protein. Enjoy!
