Gut Health - A Smarter Alternative to Traditional January Diets

1️⃣ Kefir: Kefir Berry Smoothie

Ingredients: 1 cup kefir (unsweetened), 1/2 cup mixed berries, 1 banana, 1 tbsp chia seeds, 1 tsp honey (optional), ice cubes (optional).
Instructions: Blend all ingredients until smooth. Serve immediately.

2️⃣ Sauerkraut: Sauerkraut Avocado Toast

Ingredients: 1 slice whole-grain or sourdough bread, 1/2 avocado (mashed), 2 tbsp sauerkraut, salt & pepper, optional toppings (chili flakes or microgreens).
Instructions: Spread mashed avocado on toasted bread, top with sauerkraut, and season.

3️⃣ Kimchi: Kimchi Fried Rice

Ingredients: 1 cup cooked rice, 1/2 cup kimchi (chopped), 1 egg, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp soy sauce, 1 green onion (chopped), sesame seeds for garnish.
Instructions: Heat sesame oil, sauté kimchi, stir in rice and soy sauce. Scramble the egg, mix, and garnish.

4️⃣ Yogurt: Yogurt Tahini Dip

Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp tahini, juice of 1/2 lemon, 1 clove garlic (minced), salt, cumin.
Instructions: Mix all ingredients until smooth. Serve with veggies or crackers.

5️⃣ Chia Seeds: Chia Pudding

Ingredients: 3 tbsp chia seeds, 1 cup almond milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tbsp maple syrup, fresh fruit for topping.
Instructions: Combine ingredients and refrigerate overnight. Top with fresh fruit before serving.

6️⃣ Garlic: Roasted Garlic Hummus

Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas, 2 roasted garlic cloves, 2 tbsp tahini, 2 tbsp olive oil, juice of 1 lemon, 1/2 tsp cumin, salt to taste.
Instructions: Blend all ingredients until smooth. Adjust seasoning as needed.

7️⃣ Leeks: Leek and Potato Soup

Ingredients: 2 leeks (sliced), 2 medium potatoes (diced), 1 onion (chopped), 3 cups vegetable stock, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt & pepper.
Instructions: Sauté leeks and onion, add potatoes and stock, simmer, blend, and season.

8️⃣ Bananas: Banana Oat Pancakes

Ingredients: 2 ripe bananas, 1 cup rolled oats, 2 eggs, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp cinnamon.
Instructions: Blend all ingredients into a batter. Cook pancakes until golden on both sides.

9️⃣ Oats: Overnight Oats

Ingredients: 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup almond milk, 1/4 cup plain yogurt, 1 tsp flaxseeds, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, fresh fruit for topping.
Instructions: Combine ingredients and refrigerate overnight. Top with fruit before serving.

🔟 Tempeh: Tempeh Stir-Fry

Ingredients: 1 block tempeh (cubed), 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1 cup mixed vegetables.
Instructions: Marinate tempeh in soy sauce. Stir-fry garlic and veggies in sesame oil, add tempeh, and cook.
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