Strawberries are associated with summer, sun and picnics. They attract with their juicy red color, have an excellent taste and smell. They can be served cold and warm and are great for deserts, but they are also worth adding to dry dishes for a unique flavor.
Why is it worth eating strawberries?
Strawberries are delicious and healthy.
These fruits are a rich source of vitamin C and support the body’s immune system. They strengthen bones, so they should be included in baby food.
Strawberries have a positive effect on the digestive system and aids in digestion.
They are low in calories, but they fill you for a long time, therefore they help in the process of losing weight. Also, strawberries have a positive effect on the condition of the skin.
What to look for when buying strawberries?
First, the color. Choose strawberries that are deep red. Strawberries must have stems; when washing strawberries, they will not be absorbed by water and will not lose their taste. Mold quickly forms on bruised and frayed fruit. Strawberries should be eaten quickly, preferably on the same day, and the excess should be used for a variety of dishes.
What can you make with strawberries?
- Strawberry ice cream
To make a strawberry sorbet, you only need three ingredients: strawberries, sugar (can be substituted with erythritol or xylitol), and water. It is enough to mix all the ingredients in a blender, put the resulting mass into ice cream tins and freeze.
- Strawberry cocktail
This is an easy and quick lunch option. It is enough to use a blender to mix strawberries with milk or natural yogurt and, if desired, mix with sugar (or its substitute) until a smooth consistency is obtained. A cup blender ideal for making cocktails.
- Yogurt with strawberries and chia
Add chia seeds to natural yogurt and refrigerate for a few hours, then whisk the strawberries. For a delicious dessert, alternate between yogurt and strawberries. You can decorate with a few diced strawberries and mint leaves.
- Strawberry pasta
Great offer for dinner on a hot day. It is prepared easily and quickly. To make it, you only need pasta, strawberries, and natural yogurt (and possibly sugar or another sweetener like honey). Make a pasta, chop or whisk strawberries, sprinkle with sugar, then stir in yogurt. Pour the cooked strawberry sauce over the pasta, and you’re done.
- Chocolate
Strawberries Only strawberries and chocolate are required for preparation. It is enough to melt the chocolate, preferably in a water bath, so that it does not burn and soak in the strawberries. After the chocolate on the strawberries has hardened, the sweet snack is ready.
