ByChris Watson, https://eatforlonger.com/
Berries are known for bursting with a sweet flavor and are the perfect natural sweetener for desserts, salads, and even main course entrees.
Whatever you are craving, make it with berries for a treat you won’t be able to resist! Here are 10 of the best berry recipes to enjoy all day long!
10 Sweet and Savory Berry Recipes
Fit & Fruity Quinoa Salad
What is it: A fresh and light salad.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups quinoa, 7 cups mixed berries, 14 cups mixed greens, lemon vinaigrette
Nutritional profile (per serving):
- 220 calories, 5g fiber, 4g fat, 0g saturated fat, 10g sugar, 8g protein
How To Make It:
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil.
- Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
- Once cooked, fluff the quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, blueberries, and chopped strawberries.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa and fruit mixture, and toss until well combined.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate and serve chilled.
Slimming Strawberry Chia Pudding
What is it: A creamy and healthy pudding.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups chia seeds, 7 cups strawberries, 7 cups almond milk, 7 tbsp honey
Nutritional profile (per serving):
- 290 calories, 10g fiber, 8g fat, 1g saturated fat, 15g sugar, 6g protein
How To Make It:
- In a large bowl, mix the almond milk and chia seeds.
- Cover the bowl and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until it achieves a pudding-like consistency.
- Before serving, sweeten your chia pudding with honey and top it with fresh strawberries.
- This pudding can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days
Lean & Mean Raspberry Parfait
What is it: A delicious and layered yogurt dessert.
Ingredients:
- 7 cups Greek yogurt, 7 cups raspberries, 7 cups granola, 7 tbsp honey
Nutritional profile (per serving):
- 310 calories, 6g fiber, 4g fat, 0g saturated fat, 20g sugar, 20g protein
How To Make It:
- Begin with a layer of Greek yogurt at the bottom of your glass or jar.
- Follow this with a layer of raspberries and then a layer of granola.
- Repeat these layers until your glass or jar is full, ensuring you finish with a layer of fruit on top.
- Drizzle honey or your preferred sweetener over the parfait before serving.
- This parfait is best served immediately but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Tone-It-Up Tropical Smoothie
What is it: A refreshing and nutritious smoothie.
Ingredients:
- 7 cups assorted berries, 14 cups spinach, 7 bananas, 7 cups almond milk
Nutritional profile (per serving):
- 220 calories, 8g fiber, 2g fat, 0g saturated fat, 30g sugar, 10g protein
How To Make It:
- In a blender, add the bananas, pineapple chunks, and blueberries.
- Pour in the almond milk.
- Blend until smooth, adding ice as needed for desired consistency.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste.