para servir. Puedes decorar con unos arándanos frescos por encima. Translation: Origin: Asturias. Its season is from March to September. It is a plant that grows in cold and mountainous climates. Blueberries are fleshy fruits, small dark blue or red berries, sweet in taste but with a touch of acidity. Blueberries belong to the Ericaceae family. They are deciduous or evergreen shrubs with great longevity. They usually grow in cool areas of the northern hemisphere. Properties and benefits: Blueberries contain polyphenols, vitamin C, K, A, calcium, iron, astringent tannins, fiber, etc. They help take care of the heart, body, and even the mind. They lower blood pressure. Thanks to anthocyanins, they reduce cholesterol. The antioxidants in blueberries have anti-aging properties. Blueberries contain tannins and flavonoids, as well as vitamins from the B group and essential minerals such as manganese. They are a natural anti-inflammatory. They promote the presence of good cholesterol. They prevent damage to our DNA. Consuming blueberries helps improve insulin sensitivity, so they can help us against diabetes. Blueberries help regulate blood pressure. They improve cognitive functions and memory, as well as vision. Due to their vitamin B content, blueberries improve the health of our hair. It is ideal to consume them fresh to preserve all their properties. Nutritional value per 100g: Energy value: 33 kcal. Fat: 0.6g. Protein: 0.625g. Water: 87.8g. Fiber: 4.9g. Carbohydrates: 6.05g. Cholesterol: 0mg. Storage and tips: Blueberries should always be kept in the refrigerator and usually last for 3 to 4 days. You can also choose to freeze them, so you will have blueberries available whenever you need them. They should never be washed, only when you are going to consume them. Recipe and uses in the kitchen: Blueberries are an ideal addition to any type of dessert. You can also add them to your salads. If you want an easy recipe, you can make a delicious blueberry mousse. In a pot, put a cup of blueberries and 1/2 cup of brown sugar. Cook until the sugar is well dissolved. Then, blend it. In a bowl, mix 1 cup of cream cheese, like Philadelphia, 1 yogurt, and a cup of whipped cream. Gradually add the blueberries. Once everything is integrated, it will be ready to serve. You can decorate with fresh blueberries on top.