Shaved Asparagus and Brussels Sprouts Salad With Kefir Ranch Dressing
Nourish your gut health with this salad featuring asparagus, Brussels sprouts, and cashews tossed in a probiotic-rich dressing.
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 lb. asparagus spears, ends trimmed
- 1 dozen Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed
- ¼ cup chopped cashews
Dressing
- ⅓ cup plain kefir
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1 tbs. chopped fresh parsley (or 1 tsp. dried)
- 1 tbs. chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp. dried)
- 2 tsp. lemon juice
- ½ tsp. sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions
STEP 1
Using a vegetable peeler, shave the asparagus into thin ribbons. Use a knife or mandoline to thinly slice the Brussels sprouts.
STEP 2
In a food processor or blender, blend the kefir, mayonnaise, garlic, herbs, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
STEP 3
Toss the vegetables with the dressing, top with the chopped cashews, and serve.
For more nutritious dishes to heal your gut lining and support your microbiome,
see “5 Recipes for a Happy, Healthy Gut.”
Photography: Terry Brennan; Food Styling: Betsy Nelson
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Kate Morgan is a Pennsylvania-based writer and recipe developer.
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