July 19, 2023

Enjoy Blueberry Month With These Recipes

General, Healthy Living, Leg / Vein Health, Nutrition

It’s National Blueberry Month! Blueberries are a sweet way to brighten up any meal, as well as add extra health benefits. Often called a superfood, blueberries may lower blood pressure, prevent heart disease, improve memory, aid in exercise recovery and more. Enjoy these recipes while reaping the health benefits!

Grilled Chicken with Blueberry-Tarragon Sauce

Need a dinner recommendation? Try this grilled chicken with blueberry-tarragon sauce recipe! The chicken and sauce pair well together while supplying a healthy meal for you and your family.

Ingredients:

2 cups blueberries

3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup dry red wine or pomegranate juice

1/2 cup chicken broth

2 tablespoons honey

8 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs

2 teaspoons smoked paprika

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

2 lemons, halved

8 cups zucchini noodles

1 tablespoon olive oil

For the full recipe, visit Better Homes & Gardens.

Almond Flour Blueberry Muffins

It’s tough to talk about blueberries and not mention blueberry muffins. This is a slight twist to the recipe you might’ve enjoyed growing up as this one is gluten free. Enjoy for breakfast or as a snack later in the day!

Ingredients:

2 3/4 cups Bob’s Red Mill Super Fine Almond Flour (from blanched almonds)

1/4 cup tapioca flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

1/4 cup avocado oil

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey (see notes)

1/4 cup milk of choice

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract

3 large eggs

1 heaping cup fresh blueberries

Handful sliced almonds for topping (optional)

For the full recipe, visit Fit Mitten Kitchen.

Triple Berry Crisp (with Almond Flour)

Made with blueberries, blackberries and raspberries, this recipe is full of flavor! The almond flour provides a nutty flavor that complements the berries to perfection.

Ingredients:

4 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)

2 cups Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Oats (or equivalent)

1/2 cup Bob’s Red Mill Almond Flour (or equivalent)

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

1/3 cup pure maple syrup

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt

Vanilla ice cream (optional to serve)

For the full recipe, visit The Lemon Bowl.

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