July is National Blueberry Month and it has been all things blueberry in our household! Think of blueberries as an "all-purpose" fruit that may be seen in snacks, salads, entrees, desserts, smoothies and other beverages. This superfood contains a powerful antioxidant, anthocyanin which gives the blueberry its deep-blue color. Anthocyanin serves to improve cognitive functioning, protects the retina from oxygen damage and UV rays, aids in muscle repair after strenuous exercise, and reduces the chance of developing certain cancers. Blueberries are also a rich source of fiber, vitamins C and K and manganese (which helps the body process cholesterol and converts carbohydrates to energy). I made a variety of blueberry-laden dishes this month: Grilled Chicken Salad with Blueberry Vinaigrette Blueberry Corn and Basil Quinoa Salad Blueberry-Dijon Chicken Blueberry Salsa Zesty Lemon Blueberry Muffins Blueberry Mango Smoothie Watermelon-Blueberry Infused Water Grilled Chicken Salad w
