Did you know ?
- 1 Blueberries are native to North America.
- 2 Cultivated blueberries are generally larger than wild blueberries.
- 3 In the United States, blueberries are the second-most produced berry after strawberries.
Blueberry
Blueberries are small blue-purple berries with a mild, sweet-tart taste. They are enjoyed fresh, frozen, baked, or blended, and supply dietary fiber as well as several micronutrients.
View other Berries
Nutrition
Detailed nutritional values of blueberries
Section titled “Detailed nutritional values of ”Values per 100g of raw blueberries:
| Calories | 57 kcal |
| Proteins | 0.7g |
| Carbohydrates | 14.5g |
| of which sugars | 10g |
| Fiber | 2.4g |
| Fats | 0.3g |
Vitamins and minerals
Main vitamins
Main minerals and trace elements
Nutritional values may vary depending on variety, ripeness, and growing conditions.
Ripeness
How to know if a blueberry is ripe ?
Section titled “How to know if is ripe ?”
Perfectly ripe
Fully blue berries with a springy feel and a pleasant sweet-tart flavor.
How to recognize this state :
- Uniform blue color
- Springy when gently squeezed
- Dry, intact skin
- Fresh aroma
Advice for ripe products
Refrigerate promptly and use within about a week.
Selection
How to choose blueberries ?
Section titled “How to choose ?”To choose quality blueberries at the supermarket or market:
- Choose berries with a uniform blue color
- Look for dry, intact skins
- Avoid crushed, leaking, or moldy berries
- Check that the container has no pooled juice
- Keep berries chilled after purchase
Storage and ripening
How to store and ripen blueberries ?
Section titled “How to store and ripen ?”How to store blueberries ?
- Refrigerate berries in their original ventilated container or a shallow container.
- Do not wash berries until ready to eat.
- Use refrigerated blueberries within about a week.
How to ripen blueberries ?
Blueberries do not become sweeter after harvest:
- Choose fully blue, springy berries when buying.
- Freeze ripe berries for longer storage after washing and drying them.
Health
Health benefits of a blueberry
Section titled “Health benefits of ”- May help improve brain function and reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases
- High in fiber, promoting digestive health and aiding weight management
- Supports heart health by reducing cholesterol levels
- Boosts immunity with vitamin C content
- Rich in antioxidants that may lower risk of chronic diseases
Origin
What is the origin of blueberries ?
Section titled “What is the origin of ?”Origins of blueberries
Blueberries are native to North America. Commercial production includes cultivated highbush and lowbush blueberries; cultivated berries tend to be larger, while wild berries are typically smaller.
Regions of origin
- North America
- Temperate growing regions worldwide
Recipes
Cook a blueberry according to its ripeness
Section titled “Cook according to its ripeness”Unripe
- Tart berry sauce
- Blueberry relish
- Mixed-fruit compote
Perfectly ripe
- Fresh blueberry yogurt bowl
- Blueberry pancakes
- Blueberry smoothie
Overripe
- Blueberry muffins
- Blueberry sauce
- Blueberry jam
Gallery
Blueberries across the world
Section titled “Blueberries across the world”There is no images yet. Submit one now to contribute to the gallery !
F.A.Q
Frequently asked questions
Section titled “Frequently asked questions”Warnings
Warnings and precautions for blueberries
Section titled “Warnings and precautions for ”- Wash blueberries before eating.
- Discard moldy, slimy, or fermented-smelling berries.
- Handle berries gently to limit crushing.
- People with individualized dietary restrictions should consider their own needs.
Do not confuse with
A larger aggregate berry made of many small drupelets.
A related small blue berry with darker flesh.
A different fruit that grows in clusters on vines.