Kefir Kommunity

Seven-layer Taco Dip.Creamy Artichoke Dip and Chips. Hot dogs and hamburgers. Kegs of beer. Football parties aren’t exactly known for being uber-health conscious. That’s why we’re letting you in on two healthy and still-delicious recipes that you can be proud to serve to a bunch of rabid, hungry fans.

Classic Turkey Chili

Created by Maris Callahan of In Good Taste 

Ingredients
1 lb lean ground turkey 
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 sweet onion, chopped
1/4 cup canned diced chilies
2 tablespoons tomato paste

Directions
1. In large nonstick skillet, cook tukey and garlic over medium heat, stirring with a wooden spoon to break up meat, until browned; drain. Add chili powder and cumin; stir to combine.
2. Combine tomatoes, beans, onion, chilies, and tomato paste in large pot. Stir in beef mixture. Cover and simmer for about an hour, until the flavors are blended.
3. (Our suggestion) Top with plain, non-fat kefir instead of sour cream and sprinkle with diced avocado.
 

Creamy Kefir Guacamole  

Created by Shanna Ohmes  

Ingredients

4 large avocados
1/2 cup kefir
1 tomato, chopped
1/4 cup onion, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon chili powder

Directions
1. Peel and pit the avocados. Mash the avocados in a bowl.
2. Stir in the kefir.
3. Next, stir in the onion, garlic and cilantro. Start with small amounts of sea salt and chili powder to your taste. Then stir in the tomato.
4. Serve with raw veggies, low-fat pita chips or low-fat tortilla chips.