From backyard gardens to U-pick farms and farmers markets, North Carolina is bursting with fresh berries in the summertime. Don’t let the harvest go to waste, and enjoy all the fresh flavor in summer berry recipes.
No matter where you get your blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and raspberries, find a few new ways to enjoy the harvest. Thankfully, these nutritious and delicious fruits make versatile additions to all kinds of dishes. No matter the berry, they add natural sweetness to meats, salads, desserts and more.
Recipes
10 Spring Recipes With Strawberries
Strawberries are a springtime staple, and North Carolina grows about 20 million pounds of them each year. Here are nine of our favorite recipes with strawberries ranging from salads to sweets.
Whether you’re firing up the grill for a cookout or packing a picnic basket for a sunny afternoon outing, these summer berry recipes will add a fresh taste of the season to your table all summer long.
Grilled Flank Steak with Blackberry-Avocado Salsa
Warm summer evenings call for a cookout. Liven up your grilling routine with Grilled Flank Steak with Blackberry-Avocado Salsa. Start by simply marinating your steak in a tangy red wine and mustard vinaigrette. Then, toss the steak on the grill and serve it with a sweet and spicy blackberry salsa.
Wild Rice Salad with Blueberry Dressing
Looking for a fresh and flavorful recipe to add to your summer salad lineup? Wild Rice Salad with Blueberry Dressing combines hearty wild rice with crisp veggies, sweet blueberries and crunchy toasted pecans. This light yet satisfying dish is perfect for picnics or easy entertaining.
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A Bounty of Blueberry Recipes
Find blueberry recipes from breakfast to dessert that are perfect for summertime.
Berry Watermelon Fruit Salad with Mint and Lime
Packed with four types of berries, our Berry Watermelon Fruit Salad with Mint and Lime highlights the season’s best fruity flavors. Serve up this bright and refreshing dish at your next summer brunch, cookout or potluck. It’s sure to be a quick and easy crowd-pleaser.
Blackberry Sour Cream Pie
Put your blackberry harvest or farmers market haul to good use with a sweet and tangy Blackberry Sour Cream Pie. This easy recipe layers a flaky pie crust with fresh berries, a creamy filling and a buttery crumble. Bake until golden and bubbly, then top each slice with cool vanilla ice cream and enjoy the ultimate summer dessert.
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5 Dessert Recipes That are Easier Than Pie
Quick and simple dessert recipes require less time and no baking expertise.
