Know the feeling? You get attached to a certain bottled or restaurant dressing; then you find out it's full of junk. I can help! In this round-up of 28 fermented and probiotic-filled salad dressings, you're sure to find at least one that's just right! [by Lindsey Dietz]

This fermented salsa fresca is a simple and delicious way to use your garden bounty and get a daily dose of probiotics.

Fermented foods, such as sauerkraut, are healthy for everyone, but the high concentration of natural probiotics they contain makes them particularly beneficial for people who have issues with their digestion.

Your family just. doesn't. like. fermented foods. I know... shocking. ;) Yet, actually, this is very common! So I'm bound and determined to help you succeed! Let's continue on our ever-important quest to add more beneficial bacteria to our guts, this time with 43 probiotic-filled, fermented condiments! Because, for real, who doesn't like ketchup? [by Lindsey Dietz]

Simple Kim Chi for Beginners: Kim Chi, a traditional fermented food from Korea made from cabbage, garlic, chilli and other vegetables is a nourishing food, full of probiotic goodness. It is rich in vitamins and as the vegetables are fermented and pre-digested by the lacto-bacill…

New to fermented foods? You know they are good for you, but did you know how easy it is to get started? This apple salsa recipe is a great introduction to the world of ferments.

This recipe for fermented potatoes is an enzyme and probiotic-rich side dish that adds resistant starch that is more easily digested and shown to reduce belly fat.

Learn how to make delicious probiotic-rich and budget-friendly Fermented Carrots with Dill using this step-by-step photo tutorial.

Your family just. doesn't. like. fermented foods. I know... shocking. ;) Yet, actually, this is very common! So I'm bound and determined to help you succeed! Let's continue on our ever-important quest to add more beneficial bacteria to our guts, this time with 43 probiotic-filled, fermented condiments! Because, for real, who doesn't like ketchup? [by Lindsey Dietz]

This beautiful fish dish from Stuart Ralston is lovely amalgamation of British ingredients and Japanese techniques, such as fermenting celeriac with shio koji.

Learn how to make fermented mayonnaise at home with this fermented mayonnaise recipe from The Old Farmer's Almanac.

How much salt to use for the perfect lacto fermentation salt ratio is a common question. Let's go over how much salt to use when fermenting vegetables, and how to measure the perfect fermenting brine ratio.

Beet kvass is deeply earthy, richly pigmented and an excellent tonic to promote good digestion and overall wellness.

We eat a lot of muesli and oatmeal in our house, and we usually soak the oats overnight in a little water or apple juice to save time in the morning. Recently, an intriguing new twist on this method came across my radar: lacto-fermenting oatmeal with yogurt. It’s simple: soak the oats in water and yogurt overnight, which kickstarts some lacto-fermentation in the oats. My husband used to live in a co-op, where they made oh-so-many fermented foods, so this seemed right up our alley.

What is Jun? I'll answer some frequently asked questions about this historical fermented beverage to help you decide if it's a good choice for your family.

This is a wonderful drink that is loaded with B vitamins. Our bodies need a large amount of B vitamins to keep our adrenals running strong. Getting them from food is one of the best ways to get them, however you need good gut bacteria to absorb them. This drink can provide you will both good bacteria and B vitamins. This drink can also be gluten free made with quinoa instead of wheat berries.

Your family just. doesn't. like. fermented foods. I know... shocking. ;) Yet, actually, this is very common! So I'm bound and determined to help you succeed! Let's continue on our ever-important quest to add more beneficial bacteria to our guts, this time with 43 probiotic-filled, fermented condiments! Because, for real, who doesn't like ketchup? [by Lindsey Dietz]

When I think about carrots, I just think sweet. I rough up that sweetness with spices, or roast it out into toasty darkness. But here’s a way to push carrots into a whole new zone: ferment them with ginger or its pungent cousin, galangal, in this incredibly simple yet delightful recipe from Hugh Acheson’s new book. This is a fermented pickle — not brined, but quickly fermented over just a few days.

Your family just. doesn't. like. fermented foods. I know... shocking. ;) Yet, actually, this is very common! So I'm bound and determined to help you succeed! Let's continue on our ever-important quest to add more beneficial bacteria to our guts, this time with 43 probiotic-filled, fermented condiments! Because, for real, who doesn't like ketchup? [by Lindsey Dietz]

This anti-inflammatory and gut-healing Ginger and Turmeric Kombucha is an easy second ferment that adds probiotics and pain-relieving benefits to your diet!

Paleo Easy Kimchi Recipe with napa cabbage and crunchy carrots fermented in sweet apple and pear sauce. This gluten-free and Whole30 Paleo Kimchi recipe has spicy, non-spicy, AIP, and vegan kimchi versions. It’s quick, easy, and crunchy delicious ! .Ferment ~ 3 days. More info below..Makes about three 32 oz (1 liter) jars of kimchi

This lacto-fermented salsa is an easy way to preserve the harvest and include more probiotics to your diet. It's tangy and zesty and has a perfect spice kick to accompany your favorite Mexican meals or just to dig in with tortilla chips.

Easy recipe for fermented coleslaw that is a great substitute for sauerkraut as a beneficial condiment to promote full digestion of a meal.

Make this lovely wild violet vinegar as a fun way to celebrate spring! This purple violet infused vinegar can be used in salad dressings, marinades, and beverages too.

This article is about how to prevent mold and fungus growing on your lacto-fermented vegetables and other ferments. And if you do happen to get a bit of mold, find out what to do about it! We all have the best intentions...but sometimes it's just easier to take a shortcut...like I did recently in

Everyone who tastes this describes it differently. Some say that it tastes like bread stuffing or spicy sweet potatoes and even spaghetti. I just don't know how to explain it to you, so you're gonna have to try it and see for yourself.

Fermented cherries are salty, tangy and super savory: kind of like the love child of a maraschino cherry and an olive. Which is probably why one of our favorite uses is plunked into a cocktail. If you’re looking for something sweet: make pie. But if you want to take a walk on the savory side these fermented cherries are excellent on a cheese board, as a tangy pizza topping (think white pies) and as a fun twist on a cocktail garnish.

Fermented foods are a great way to store excess produce but they also have many health benefits. The microbiome is a hot topic in health - fermented foods get it in shape.

Food safety for fermented vegetables is simple and easy to practice. There are six main variables that you can control to ensure a safe pH of fermented foods.

I may receive a commission if you purchase something mentioned in this post. More details here. As the temperatures get colder, mushrooming season is coming to a close. Making fermented mushrooms is a perfect way to extend the life of your fresh mushrooms, whether foraged or store-bought. Today I am sharing a recipe from Oh […]

Your family just. doesn't. like. fermented foods. I know... shocking. ;) Yet, actually, this is very common! So I'm bound and determined to help you succeed! Let's continue on our ever-important quest to add more beneficial bacteria to our guts, this time with 43 probiotic-filled, fermented condiments! Because, for real, who doesn't like ketchup? [by Lindsey Dietz]

Fermented garlic paste has a sweet, caramelized flavor that's wonderful added to sauces, soups and anything else you want to add garlic flavor. Makes about 1 pint Fermentation Time: 14-21 Days

The B.U.G.S.S.S. acronym is a fun way to remember six of my best fermentation tips that will help you ferment safe and delicious sauerkraut.

Learn how to make fermented carrots with just a few simple steps and ingredients. The process couldn't be any easier, and the results are a gut healthy, probiotic rich superfood.

Lemons are superfoods: they are a digestive aid and a liver cleanser, and they contain many nutritious substances such as citric acid, calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, bioflavonoids, and pectin. All this goodness promotes immunity, fights infections, helps with allergies, and the peel acts as a prebiotic! This kraut has a wonderful lemon flavor that tastes great on its own, or can be added to kefir cheese to make a wonderful dip! Try this recipe: Kefir Kraut Dip

How much salt to use for the perfect lacto fermentation salt ratio is a common question. Let's go over how much salt to use when fermenting vegetables, and how to measure the perfect fermenting brine ratio.

Ready to start fermenting your own foods? Here's 9 Tips for Successful Fermentation that have helped me along the way.

FERMENTATION LENGTH: 7-14 daysSALT CONCENTRATION: 2.5%

Fermented cherry tomatoes are an excellent way to preserve an abundance of cherry tomatoes. The finished fermented tomatoes have a slight effervescence and amazing flavor!

This Finnish Fermented Lemonade, called Sima, is the perfect refreshing summertime drink.

Fermented foods are full of probiotics or good bacteria. These good bacteria can help improve your digestion, gut health, and weight loss.

This recipe, with its raisins and spices, is a play on carrot cake. I love it spread on buttered toast but you can serve it with yoghurt, or use it to cap a cream-cheese- frosted carrot cake. You can even add it to a salad based on a grain such as toasted spelt and top with crumbled feta to make a lovely vegetarian dish. Recipe taken from River Cottage Fermentation Handbook by Rachel de Thample

The best fermented food recipes to help you turn your fresh vegetables into delectable ferments for use in healthy meals all season long.