The festive wild blueberry on your plate: Summer recipes with wild blueberries

Wild blueberries, these small, deep blue berries, are one of the greatest pleasures of summer in Lac-Saint-Jean. Their sweet and slightly tart taste evokes sunny days, picnics in nature and moments of relaxation by the water. But blueberries are not only delicious, they are also incredibly beneficial for our health.

Rich in antioxidants, wild blueberries help protect our bodies from free radical damage. They are also a great source of vitamins C and K, as well as fiber. Additionally, studies have shown that blueberries can help improve memory, regulate blood sugar, and support heart health.

So, whether you enjoy them fresh, in jam, tea or syrup, wild blueberries are more than just a summer treat! Here are 4 super easy recipes to enjoy the blue gold of Lac-Saint-Jean:

1. The Perfect Wild Blueberry Summer Salad

Ingredients :

2 cups wild blueberries

1 cucumber, sliced

1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

A few leaves of fresh mint

Preparation:

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Serve chilled.

2. Comforting Wild Blueberry Pie

Ingredients:

1 ready-to-use pie crust

2 cups wild blueberries

1/2 cup sugar

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Preparation:

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Mix blueberries, sugar, cornstarch and lemon juice.

Pour the mixture over the pie crust.

Bake for 25-30 minutes.

3. Refreshing Wild Blueberry Iced Tea
   

Ingredients :

1 cup of cooled hot water infused with wild blueberry tea from La Maison du Bleuet

¼ cup wild blueberry syrup from La Maison du Bleuet

Lots of ice cream

Preparation:

Prepare blueberry tea according to package directions.

Let cool.

Add the blueberry syrup and mix well.

Serve with ice.

4. Gourmet pancakes with wild blueberry jam

Ingredients :

1 cup flour

1 tablespoon of sugar

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon of yeast

1 egg

3/4 cup milk

2 tablespoons melted butter

Blueberry Jam

Preparation :

Mix the flour, sugar, salt and yeast in a bowl. In another bowl, beat the egg with the milk and melted butter. Add the dry ingredients and mix until smooth. Cook the pancakes in a hot pan. Carefully pour a coulis of La Maison du Bleuet wild blueberry jam. And let's go for the tasting!

These recipes are perfect for enjoying the incredible flavors that summer brings.

Enjoy your food!