Slice and toss the strawberry

Strawberries are great for good health – they contain fiber and more Vitamin C than any other berry – in fact, a cup of fresh strawberries contain 35 micrograms of foliate, which is the important B Vitamin that creates normal red blood cells and is necessary for prenatal development. It also protects against heart disease. By trying the following recipe, you can enjoy a delicious fruit prepared in a healthy manner.

One pound of strawberries will give you 4 cups hulled.

In order to freeze strawberries, wash them and pat them dry. Spread a single layer on the tray, cover with plastic wrap and freeze till solid. Pack the frozen fruit in sealable plastic bags, while removing the air from the bag. These can be frozen up to a year.

A touch of balsamic vinegar brings out the flavor of fresh strawberries. Preparation is simple.

1 pint strawberries

1 – 2 tablespoons sugar

2 – 3 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

Wash and dry strawberries – slice and toss sugar in a bowl over the strawberries – sprinkle vinegar and allow standing for 20 minutes.

Nutrition information:

Per serving:            37 calories

Cholesterol:              0 gms.

Fat:                           0 gms.

Carbohydrate:          9 gms.

Protein:                    0 gms.

Fiber:                       1 gm.

Sodium:                   1 mg.

Potassium:           112 mg.

Nutrition bonus:       Vitamin C (71% daily value)

 ½  Carbohydrate serving.