Blueberries contain antioxidants, which work to neutralize free radicals linked to the development of cancer, cardiovascular disease, and other age-related conditions. These little powerhouses provide tasty ways of staying healthy.
Low in fat (coming in at about 80 calories per cup) and practically fat-free, blueberries are loaded with fiber to keep you fuller longer. Just a handful can satisfy your daily fiber requirement. Plus, blueberries are an excellent source of manganese, which plays an important part in bone development and converting carbohydrates and fats into energy. This little fruit can help your health in big ways, from improving brain health to fighting urinary tract infections to possibly preventing cancer among others.
In this article, Diana Rattray, Southern Food Expert talks of how to make blueberry lemonade using fresh or frozen thawed blueberries.
Use 2/3 cup of sugar in this recipe, but you can play with the sugar amount. As you blend, start with 1/2 cup and work up if it isn’t sweet enough.
Add a sprig of fresh mint or simply garnish with a few lemon slices.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 2 1/2 cups fresh blueberries, or use frozen thawed blueberries
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2/3 cup sugar (or use a little less or a little more, to taste)
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Mint sprigs, optional
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Preparation
- Put the water, blueberries, lemon juice, and sugar in the blender. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the juice through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher.
- Serve over ice with a straw, garnished with lemon slices and mint sprigs, if desired.