Berries are packed with all kinds of goodness. A beautiful and delicious part of summer, berries are also great sources of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
We think this recipe is “berry” delicious and hope you do too!
Sparkling Berry Blend:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen mixed berries
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Honey (to taste)
- 1 cup Natural Mixed Berry Flavor Crystal Geyser Sparkling Water
Instructions:
- Place slightly thawed or fresh berries in a blender with lemon juice and honey
- Blend for 15-25 seconds
- Pour berry blend into mason jar or pint glass
- Add sparkling water and stir gently
- Enjoy!
While you’re sipping on this “berry” sparkling taste of summer fun, check out all the nutritional benefits you’ll get from one cup of these little orbs of juiciness.
Blueberries
- 57 calories
- 6 grams dietary fiber (about 14% DV)
- Packed with powerful antioxidants
- 24% Vitamin C
- 5% Vitamin B6
- 36% Vitamin K
Blackberries
- 43 calories
- 5g fiber
- 50% DV of Vitamin C
- The berry’s characteristic dark color comes from anthocyanin, a powerful phytonutrient that may protect from diseases such as cancer
Strawberries
- 50 calories
- 160% DV of Vitamin C
- More Vitamin C than an orange
- Immunity-boosting
Raspberries
- 52 Calories
- Rich in fiber and antioxidants
- 44% DV Vitamin C
- 7g Fiber (32% of DV)
- Excellent source of fiber
Cheers!