| |
Berry |
Nutritional Information |
Usage |
 |
Blackberries are also known as brambleberries because they grow on thorny (bramble) bushes. They are plump, have shiny skin and can grow up to one and one half inches long. |
Blackberries are abundant in antioxidants, containing vitamins C and E as well as ellagic acid. |
Blackberries are wonderful for out-of-hand eating and for cooking. They add delicious flavor in cobblers, drinks, jams and tortes. Use them fresh on custard tarts or with other berries on top of a cheesecake. |
 |
Blueberries, indigenous to North America, have been used as dyes, food and medicine. Their deep blue skin and juicy flavor have made them culinary darlings that are cherished by berry fans everywhere. |
Blueberries are a superfood! They are low in calories, a good source of fiber, and they are packed full of disease-fighting antioxidants that can protect against free-radical cell damage. |
For an elegant dessert, layer yogurt and blueberries in wine glasses and top with crystallized ginger, or sprinkle blueberries on cereal, stir them into yogurt, and whirl them in the blender for smoothies. Use blueberries in baked goods, jams, pancakes, pies, salads or sauces. |
 |
Cherries range in color from deep dark red to light red to creamy white with a blush of yellow. Sweet cherries are large and heart-shaped, while sour cherries are smaller and softer. Both are suitable for eating out of hand or for use in cooking. |
A great source of fiber and vitamin C, cherries are also packed with phytochemicals, including anthocyanins, which may have anticancer properties, and quercetin, a flavonoid, which may have both anticancer potential as well as anti-inflammatory and antihistaminic properties. |
Cherries are delectable eaten fresh, and in cobblers, fruitcake, pies and turnovers. Use them to make compotes, jams and sorbets, or add to ice cream, puddings and yogurt. |
 |
Raspberries are considered by many to be the most flavorful member of the berry family. They are delicate, with a velvety, tender texture, and make for an enticing sight when placed on a table for snacking. |
These little red gems are full of antioxidants and dietary fiber, and are an excellent source of manganese and vitamin C. |
Drizzle raspberries with balsamic vinegar for a scrumptious flavor combination, sprinkle on cereal, or toss a few into a celebratory glass of champagne for a sensuous flavor boost. |
 |
Strawberries symbolize just what spring and summer fruit is all about, and they are the most plentiful and popular of the berry family. |
Strawberries have more vitamin C than any other berry, and they are second only to blueberries in antioxidant content. |
Strawberries are stars in salads and perfect to mix with blueberries for use in parfaits. Dip strawberries in chocolate, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, or use to make jams, jellies and syrups. |
