12 fun ways to add berries to your diet

 

More than just baked goods - check out the ways to add blueberries to your diet.

There are countless recipes that include our powerhouse fruit, but sometimes we need a little reminding of the simple ways to use blueberries.

  1. Eat them fresh - Sometimes the best things are left as they are and enjoyed by the handful. Simply wash before consuming and enjoy these bites.

  2. Breakfast treats - Pancakes and Waffles. Why keep it bland with the usual syrup toppings, Add directly to the batter or add it as a delicious topping on waffles and pancakes. Check our recipe section for perfect pancakes.

  3. Smoothie Goodness. - A perfect additive to smoothies and juices, Added sweetness with health benefits make this idea a no-brainer.

  4. Dessert Topper. - Add a handful of ice cream or frozen yogurt for a quick and easy dessert.

  5. Jazz up ice cubes. - Add cut-up or whole berries to IceCube trays and enjoy lasting hints of blueberries in your chilled beverages.

  6. Snazzy salads. - We don’t need to stick to the standard when it comes to salads. Fruit can add sweetness and crunch, especially in the case of our blueberries. Add protein of your choice and nuts for extra texture and enjoy.

  7. Jam - From chia seed spread to berrylicious jam topped on scones, blueberry Jam is easy to make with a long-lasting shelf life. See our recipe for details.

  8. Baked Treats - Warm blueberry muffins are perfect for mid-morning munchies. From muffins to slices to muesli or cobblers, the recipe ideas of blueberries to baked goods are endless.

  9. Blueberry Vinegarette. - If stuck for a salad dressing, look no further. Refreshing and sweet, a blueberry and raspberry vinegarette can add so much to the standard meal. We love this simple one from ScummyLane.

  10. Add to oats or cereal - If you love porridge, or have the same cereal every morning, then adding a handful of berries can not only life your breakfast but also add extra health benefits.

  11. Blueberry Salsa - We are known to add cranberry to several meat dishes, but have you tried making blueberry Salsa to enhance fish or meat?

  12. Sangria or a cocktail - Fancy a refreshing drink with added health benefits, add Blueberries to the classic sangria mix or to your fruit cocktail and reap the benefits.

 
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