Our GI tracts are hosts to over 100 trillion bacteria, some of which boost immunity, decrease inflammation in the body, and protect against everything from inflammatory bowel disease to weight gain. Feeding that bacteria well is a large part of what we map out together in nutrition counseling and testing.
Try this Cucumber Raita made with Greek yogurt, a natural source of probiotics, to keep your gut healthy.
Cucumber Raita
10oz nonfat sugar free Greek yogurt
1 tsp ground cumin
Pinch salt
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 medium clove garlic, crushed or finely minced
1/2 small red onion thinly sliced
1/2 English cucumber, skin intact, grated
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
Place yogurt in a bowl, whisk in cumin, salt, lemon, and garlic. Stir in remaining ingredients and you’re done!
This can be served as a dip, as a sauce for grilled chicken, pork tenderloin, or lamb, on poached salmon, or as a condiment for sandwiches. Here it is shown as part of a light tapas served with grilled herbed flatbread. It tastes better the second day, and holds well for about 5 days.
