Flavor kefir with fruit for a probiotic smoothie base

Blend finished kefir with fruit (berries, mango, banana), a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, and optionally a handful of spinach for a nutrient-dense probiotic smoothie. Water kefir can be flavored in a second fermentation by adding fruit juice to sealed bottles for 1-2 days.

Why It Works

Plain kefir is quite tangy and may be an acquired taste. Blending with fruit and sweetener creates a drink that tastes like a creamy smoothie while delivering billions of live probiotics. This is the easiest way to incorporate kefir into a daily routine.

Tips

• Frozen berries make the smoothie thick and cold without needing ice
• Add vanilla extract and a pinch of cinnamon for a dessert-like flavor
• Water kefir with ginger and lemon juice in a sealed bottle for 2 days makes a natural ginger ale
• Kefir smoothies make an excellent protein-rich breakfast — add a scoop of protein powder if desired