For week 3 of our March Makeover, we want to focus on incorporating fermented foods into our diets!

Fermented foods have been dietary staples in culinary cultures all over the world. They have healthy bacteria, which helps to ease digestion, enhance immunity and decrease inflammation in the body (all proponents of good skin). In addition, fermented foods provide enzymes that help to better absorb minerals, vitamins and nutrients. Keifer, kombucha, kimchi, sauerkraut, and miso are great sources of probiotics. Pack kimchi on a sandwich, miso-marinate eggplant or enjoy a big glass of kombucha by itself!

Three fermented recipes to try:

Rainbow Veggie Rolls

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Tempeh Lettuce Tacos

Taco Filling: 

1 tsp coconut oil

1 garlic clove, minced

1 small red onion, chopped

1 package of tempeh, cut into bit sized pieces

1/2 cup canned black beans

1/2 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp paprika

1 lime

1 tsp olive oil

Avocado Tomato Salsa:

1 avocado, diced

2 cups of tomatoes, diced

1 lime

1/4 cup red onion, chopped

1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

1 garlic clove, chopped

1 tsp olive oil

1 tbsp jalapeno, chopped (optional)

Salt to Taste

1 head boston Lettuce

Dr. Cow Cashew Cream Cheese or Goat Cheese

Directions:

Mix salsa ingredients in a medium bowl and set aside.

Heat coconut oil in a skillet over medium high. Add garlic and onion and saute until browned. Add tempeh and black beans and saute for 3 minutes. In a small bowl mix chili, cumin, paprika, lime juice and olive oil. Pour over tempeh and bean mixture and continue to saute until browned.

Assembly:

Smear cheese on lettuce cup, add a spoonful of taco filling with a small spoonful of salsa. Serve and enjoy!

Make Your Own Kimchi 

(from Herbivoracious)

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3 Fermented Recipes to Try