This mixed green salad features two of my favorite ingredients – apples and blueberries. It’s a great combination that’s both flavorful and nutritious. As part of a heart-healthy diet, this one salad goes a long way in providing a whole host of ingredients with high nutrient content. Whether it’s dark leafy greens, or a handful […]
Our blueberry cornmeal pancakes are fluffy and light-textured, thanks to buttermilk and a combination of baking powder and baking soda. The cornmeal sets them apart from traditional pancakes, making them great for lunch or a quick evening meal. We love to add blueberries to our pancakes just because they taste so good, but the pancakes […]
This blackberry orange quick bread is so good it can almost double as a dessert. As the name suggests, quick breads come together quickly, and take about an hour or so to bake. Many recipes suggest storing them overnight before slicing, however, I’ve never made one that’s lasted through the night, so I can’t attest […]
Made with extra virgin olive oil, this quick bread not only tastes delicious, but it has the added health benefits associated with olive oil. The blueberries and zucchini have their own list of vitamins and antioxidants as well. It’s easy to make and tastes even better the next day, assuming that there’s any left the next day.
Try this blueberry and flaxseed smoothie the next time you’re looking for a quick breakfast or just a healthy snack. I like to use frozen berries for a thick, cool drink. This eliminates the need for ice, which can weaken the flavor. Raspberries can be swapped out for blueberries, or you can try using a […]
We came up with the idea for this sorbet because we wanted something that would seem like an indulgent treat, but still stay within the realm of being healthy. Dark sweet cherries have such a delicious, concentrated flavor, that they seem like an indulgent treat all on their own. Combined with a blackberry puree, it […]
We blend sweet strawberries and blueberries into a smooth puree for this fresh-tasting sorbet. With just 4 ingredients, it’s a simple yet impressive dessert that’s packed with flavor. The deep red and blue pigments that give this sorbet its beautiful color are the same compounds that help protect the body from free radicals. So not […]
This ice cream soda has a raspberry puree made with 4 cups of red raspberries. With part of it cooked on the stove to concentrate the flavor, it gives this soda a nice raspberry punch. It’s a perfect way to use fresh raspberries, and if they’re not in season, frozen berries will work well too. […]
Combined with dark leafy greens, strawberries make a great tasting salad. They’re sweet and flavorful and taste delicious when paired with ripe avocados and crunchy walnuts. This salad is also a powerhouse of nutrients. It’s rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber. Strawberries, for example, have more vitamin C than an orange, while heart-healthy […]
This refreshing iced tea is made with 2 cups of blackberries and a splash of lemon juice. Both blackberries and black tea are rich in vitamins and antioxidants. When combined together, they make the perfect choice for a healthy beverage. To get the most out of the berries, we make a blackberry puree and press […]