Fresh blueberries are good and good for you.
Touted as a "superfood," blueberries are a delicious and nutritionally valuable way to start your day off right. Referred to as the "king of fruits" by "The New York Times," blueberries are rich in micronutrients that scientists believe may help prevent heart disease and cancer. Though fresh blueberries contain more nutrients, frozen blueberries can be added to waffles, pancakes, and smoothies for a quick and flavorful boost to your morning routine.
Blueberry Pancakes and Waffles
Blueberries add a nutritious boost to waffles or pancakes. Just add a handful to your normal batter and prepare as usual. This is a delicious way to use frozen berries, which some people prefer because they stay good for much longer than fresh. You can also top frozen waffles with blueberries if that is what you have available. Simply add blueberries to any pancake or waffle batter. If you are trying to eat healthier, try experimenting with different flours, such as buckwheat. Buckwheat blueberry pancakes are a good compromise between healthy and decadent.
Blueberry Smoothies
Smoothies are a portable and healthy way to start your day. Blueberries pair well with yogurt, soy milk and many other fruits and berries. Experiment with different combinations. Just throw blueberries (fresh or frozen) into your blender with other fruits, honey, dairy or whatever you like. The blueberries will add a beautiful color to your drink, as well as incorporating all that superfood power that you've been craving.
Blueberry, Yogurt and Honey
If you are lucky enough to find fresh blueberries in season, a simple and healthy way to enjoy them is with yogurt and honey. Some people add a touch of granola, flax or wheat germ for the extra crunch and fiber. This is a recipe that is impossible to mess up, and a balanced way to start your day. It's perfect for summer breakfasts on the porch.
Blueberry Salad
While people usually don't think "salad" for breakfast, fruit salads are another matter entirely. Blueberry fruit salads can be eaten alone, or as a side to balance out more savory fare. Simply mix fresh blueberries with your preference of fruits. Cantaloupe, strawberries and peaches all pair well with blueberries, and other fruits have their own nutritional worth.
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