Summer is without a doubt, the best season to have berries. When the sun is out and all the berries seem so juicy, bright, and popping with flavour, it's the best time to use them in cooking. Out of all the berries that summer brings, blueberries might be the only ones celebrated on such a huge scale across the United States.
And why not? Blueberries have an unmatched taste, texture and most importantly, the bright blue colour. When you add blueberries to any recipe, it slowly changes to purplish or pinkish, bringing an irresistible appeal to the dish.
From muffins to pies, blueberries have been an indispensable part of classic American desserts. But they can go beyond desserts too! Wondering how? Here are 6 recipes that will make you go wow.
1) Blueberry Summer Salad
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Classic summer salad includes all the bright summer veggies and fruits along with greens and herbs. This time, blueberries bring a twist to the recipe infusing their burst of colour and flavour. Adding cherry tomatoes, mint leaves, basil, vinegar, arugula, mozzarella pearls and blueberries, this summer salad gets prepared instantly and bursts with flavours,
2) Blueberry Cocktails
Blueberry cocktails are an obsession for summer parties. From fruity Blueberry Daiquiris to classic Blueberry Martinis, many cocktail recipes infuse the flavour of blueberries and introduce a new flavour all the time.
3) Blueberry Cheddar Biscuits
The addition of blueberries to cheddar biscuits brings a contrast of flavour and texture to this believed appetiser. With the sweetness of blueberries and the savoury tartness of cheese, these crispy biscuits will tantalise your every taste bud and make you want it more.
4) Blueberry Cheese Skewers
Blueberry and cheese are solid companions when it comes to pairing contrasting elements to create a beautiful dish. These scared appetisers are a banger at any party or get-together. By just skewering blueberries and cheese cubes of your choice with the help of a toothpick, you can create a crowd pleasing recipe without the need for cooking.
5) Blueberry Romaine Salad
Crunchy romaine lettuce with juicy blueberries creates a delightful combination for summer indulgence. With the addition of crunchy almonds, and creamy goat cheese, all jazzed up with a zesty blueberry vinaigrette, this flavour-packed salad is perfect for barbeques or potlucks,
6) Blueberry-Balsamic Glazed Rosemary Chicken
The natural sweet flavour of blueberries and maple syrup, when combined with acidic balsamic vinegar and fresh rosemary herbs, creates the best-ever glaze for your baked chicken dish. As the tender chicken absorbs the contrasting flavours of blueberry-balsamic glaze, it gains a delicious flavour that you can't get enough of.