Berry Blast - 3 Healthy In-season Raspberry Recipes
Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD
| 2 min read
Raspberries are in-season in August and because their shelf-life is short, it’s best to take advantage of them as soon as they’re picked. Raspberries are the richest fruit source of fiber, serving up 8 grams in just a 1-cup serving. Whether you spread that out as a snack or topping a yogurt, a cup provides about a third and a fifth of the recommended intake of fiber for women and men, respectively. The fiber content of raspberries makes them great for keeping blood sugars steady and for promoting a healthy gut. They also provide half of the daily recommended intake for vitamin C, responsible for keeping immune function up to par and aiding in iron absorption.
Here are three delicious ways to take advantage of this superfruit during their short shelf-life:
These single servings of raspberry crumble serve two and are perfect for those evenings when you want a little something sweet without overdoing it. If making a serving for one person, simply cut the ingredients in half.
This breakfast dish could double for dessert with its creamy and sweet essence. Simply let the raspberries take a ride in the blender with some milk, honey and vanilla extract. Then, add chia seeds and let them work their magic transforming the texture into a pudding over just four hours.
These little frozen bites are a perfect, moderately sweet treat to enjoy after a weeknight dinner. The 60% dark chocolate in this recipe allows the chocolate to melt while still offering the antioxidant and fiber benefits of dark chocolate.
