Shaved Asparagus and Brussels Sprouts Salad With Kefir Ranch Dressing

Gluten-Free

Vegetarian

Nourish your gut health with this salad featuring asparagus, Brussels sprouts, and cashews tossed in a probiotic-rich dressing.

By Kate Morgan | Experience Life

Makes2 servings
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes

Ingredients
Directions

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.

Nutritional information

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

By Kate Morgan

Kate Morgan is a Pennsylvania-based writer and recipe developer.

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