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A large bowl filled with salad greens and a lemon wedge beside a smaller green bowl containing a creamy green dressing. Both bowls sit on a marble countertop.
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5-Minute Creamy Kefir Salad Dressing

This creamy kefir salad dressing is a game changer when it comes to building nourishing salads and dinner bowls. Prepared in just 5 minutes, it will quickly become one of your favourite ways to use kefir as an ingredient. As a registered dietitian, I often get asked about foods that are beneficial for gut health, and kefir is one of my favourite fermented foods to recommend. This quick and easy kefir salad dressing is a great way to enjoy the tangy taste of kefir.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Course: Lunch/ Dinner, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Keyword: dressing, fermented food, kefir, probiotics, sauce
Servings: 4
Author: Marlee Hamilton

Equipment

  • 1 blender or food precessor

Ingredients

  • ½ cup plain kefir
  • ½ avocado
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil
  • 2 tbsp scallions or chives *green parts only if making low FODMAP dressing
  • 2 cloves garlic *omit if making low FODMAP dressing
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a high speed blender or food processor. Blend on high until smooth. Serve immediately or allow to chill 10 minutes prior to adding to your favourite salads!