Yogurt has always been considered a benefactor to our health. Its nutritional properties have been valued and it is consumed by various cultures around the world. a great source of protein, vitamins, minerals and probiotics, as well as a flavor that can be paired with various flavors. Take note of this super food because it can also be used in our kitchen as a condiment or sauce.
It is a great source of probiotics, powerful for intestinal health.
Contains great benefits thanks to probiotics, some beneficial live bacteria to help balance the intestinal flora. Thanks to these bacteria, the immune system is kept in check, digestion is improved, helping to avoid problems with constipation and diarrhea. Its regular consumption helps relieve irritable bowel syndrome and improves nutrient absorption.
Contains great nutritional values
- Proteins, for cell repair and muscle growth.
- B complex vitamins, an essential component for metabolism and energy production.
- Football, an essential substance for bone growth and protection against the onset of osteoporosis.
- Phosphorus and magnesium: essential for cellular function and cardiovascular health.
Benefits of yogurt for our body
1. Great benefactor for cardiovascular health
It contains healthy fats and probiotics which help reduce blood pressure and LDL cholesterol levels (bad cholesterol) by helping to raise HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol). In addition, it helps reduce inflammation and the risk of cardiovascular disease.
2. Blood sugar regulator
It is an ideal food for people with diabetes or insulin resistance. The probiotics and proteins it contains help to reduce sugar spikes in blood after meals.
3. Strengthens the immune system
It is a fact that has always been supported, given its high probiotic content, that They promote the production of cells that defend the bodyIt contains a supply of vitamins, such as B12 and zinc, to keep the body strong against infections and diseases.
4. It is beneficial for bone health
It contains a great source of calcium, an essential mineral for the development and maintenance of bones, especially teeth. In addition, it carries other nutrients such as phosphorus and vitamin D, essential for calcium to be well absorbed.
5. Control your body weight
Its great source of protein helps prolong the feeling of satiety, which helps control weight. Including yogurt in your diet is an excellent complement to your health and helps prevent excessive calorie consumption.
In what recipes can we use yogurt?
We can use it as healthy options throughout the day, let's see where to apply it:
At breakfast, It is a healthy way to start the day, accompanied by fresh fruit. As smoothies, mixed with fruits such as mango, banana or strawberries. In a bowl with yogurt and seeds, including nuts or chia seeds.
Frozen Yogurt Smoothie with Pineapple and Melon
A very cold yogurt shake or smoothie, ready in 1 minute, delicious, healthy, diuretic, rich in fiber and low in calories
With a delicious flavor and a wonderful texture. This is this fig and apple smoothie that is prepared in a few minutes in a Thermomix.
Freeze-dried banana, chia and raspberry smoothie
Freeze Dried Banana Chia Raspberry Smoothie is a delicious and refreshing snack. So easy that even your children can prepare it.
In sauces and dressings. You can create a yogurt dressing, with lemon, olive oil or fresh herbs, a great addition to salads. Create a Tzatziki, a Greek sauce made with yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic and mint, to accompany meats and pita bread. Or make a yogurt mayonnaise, created with mustard and lemon.
Tzatziki, Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Tzatziki sauce, typical Greek, made from Greek yogurt and cucumber. Delicious in the hottest days to accompany and refresh dishes such as salads, meat or fish and also to dip with bread or vegetables.
Tuna and cheese quesadilla with avocado and yogurt sauce
Some quesadillas different from the classic cheese: creamy tuna and cheese quesadillas with tomato, guacamole and yogurt sauce.
Roasted Eggplant with Greek Yogurt and Tahini Sauce
Roasted eggplant with Greek yogurt sauce, tahini sauce. a perfect starter, healthy, easy, fun and delicious.
In desserts, since it is a healthy addition and a great companion for creating this type of dishes. Also in doughs such as cakes or bread.
Lemon cream and Greek yogurt dessert
With only five ingredients we are going to make some attractive glasses of lemon cream and Greek yogurt. An original dessert that the whole family likes.
Are you an ice cream lover? Then you sure love this yogurt ice cream recipe. An irresistible basic.
Melon, Lime and Yogurt Cleansing Frozen Smoothie
Delicious purifying ice cream smoothie with melon, lime and yogurt, perfect to beat the heat on a summer day.
The frozen yogurt shake is perfect to present as a dessert at a dinner or family meal. Serve in small glasses to avoid adding too many calories.
This yogurt cake is as simple as it is rich and fresh. Also with Thermomix® it will be ready in a matter of minutes.
A very delicious cake with a natural yogurt flavor. We will form the cake with a dough flavored with orange and with a filling of sour cream and yogurt.
Greek yogurt cake with olive oil
Ideal for breakfast due to its simplicity, this Greek yogurt cake has the intense flavor of olive oil
Yogurt cake with apricots, a delicious dessert that you can share with your guests with individual packages decorated with love.
Delicious yogurt muffins perfect for breakfast, to take to school as lunch or for a snack.
Brioche bread with yogurt and honey
We are going to prepare a delicate and very fluffy brioche bread braid in Thermomix, ideal for breakfast and a snack. It has yogurt and honey.