Blueberries Delivery or Pickup

The classic blueberry is a popular fruit that can add healthy sweetness to your diet. Though most people may know the blueberry, fewer may be aware of how healthy it is.

Blueberries are one of the four types of berries that are native to North America. Blueberries were domesticated in the early 1900s, and after years of cross-pollination and experimentation, the large and sweet blueberries we know today were created.

The United States is the largest blueberry producer in the world. You'll find commercial blueberry growers in 38 states, so the odds of you finding fresh berries are pretty good depending on where you live.

You can identify the tasty blueberry by its namesake color. Blueberries are light to dark blue and sometimes a darker purple. They're also small, typically less than half an inch in diameter.

From healthy smoothies to Thanksgiving pies, the blueberry has quite a range as additives, ingredients, or food. They're rich in antioxidants and are a good source of vitamins and minerals. Their sweet flavor adds to the profile of a variety of dishes and beverages. 

Blueberries are grown year-round. But if you purchase locally grown blueberries, you may want to ask when your area's harvest season is. You'll generally find North American blueberries from April to September. During the rest of the year, grocery stores carry blueberries, often from South America.

Since blueberries are most often sold in packages due to their size, you really won't need to worry about picking out individual berries. If you're buying fresh blueberries, look for the blueberries with the best colors. Turn the package over to look for dampness or stains from blueberry juice. If you notice either of these, you may have overripe blueberries. Try to stick to packages that have been kept in a refrigerated area of your store's produce section.

Always rinse your blueberries before you eat them. Only wash the blueberries you're planning on eating or using today. We suggest placing your blueberries in a strainer and dipping them into cold water. Avoid using spray faucets or high-pressured water to rinse your blueberries. These berries are fairly delicate and may break under pressure.

The entire blueberry is edible, so you can throw them in any recipe that their flavor complements. If you have frozen blueberries, add a half-cup to any smoothie for a sweeter flavor. If you're baking, you can crush and add them to muffins, tarts, and more. Make blueberry jam, juice, salads, crumbles, or pies — there are so many different ways you can use blueberries.

If you want to keep things simple, go ahead and eat blueberries raw as a treat or between-meal snack. If you're like us, be sure to buy more blueberries than your recipe calls for. We lose about 25% of our berries to kitchen foragers before we're able to use them!