Fermented Dairy Beverage: Kefir Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

With more strains of good-for-you probiotic bacteria than most yogurts, the trendy fermented dairy beverage, kefir, is a great start to any day. Its tart flavor makes it a natural for pairing with sweet fruits like pumpkin or berries.

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PREP TIME: 20 minutes

SERVINGS: 2

TOTAL TIME: 20 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup plain kefir

1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree

3⁄4 cup ice cubes

1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey

1 tablespoon almond or cashew butter

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Notes

Nutrition per serving: 175 calories, 8g protein, 25g carb, 4g fiber, 6g fat (0.7g sat), 215mg calcium, 43mg sodium

Serving size: 8 ounces

Source of recipe: Maureen Callahan, MS, RD

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Instructions for a Kefir Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth.