Shop products for Kefir 
This Middle Eastern favourite can be used as a substitute for yoghurt or
sour cream.
Kefir is a fresh, cultured-milk product typically served as a creamy drink that is as thick
as a milk shake. It originated in the Middle East and is now becoming more widely available.
Its flavour, similar to that of yoghurt, is mild and
slightly tart. VarietiesKefir is available both unsweetened and sweetened with
fruit such as raspberries, or with other
flavorings. Buying and storing tipsLike yoghurt, kefir can be stored in the refrigerator for two to seven days. AvailabilityKefir can be purchased in large natural foods or health food stores. Preparation, uses, and tipsThis dairy product can be used as-is, or in recipes wherever yoghurt or sour cream is called for.
Nutritional HighlightsKefir (low-fat, plain), 1 cup (227g)
Calories: 160
Protein: 14g
Carbohydrate: 8g
Total Fat: 2.5g
Fiber: 0.0g
*Good source of: Vitamin A (500 IU)
*Excellent source of: Calcium (300mg), and Vitamin D (100 IU) *Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular
nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value, based upon United States
Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines. Foods that are a “good source” of a
particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the USDA Recommended Daily Value.
Nutritional information and daily nutritional guidelines may vary in different countries.
Please consult the appropriate organization in your country for specific nutritional values
and the recommended daily guidelines. |