It is time to finish this month with one of February’s last national holidays. Nothing is more warming than National Strawberry Day, as this day leaves a hint that spring is reaching its peak of arriving sooner every day. With the temperatures reaching into a new record of 70s, National Strawberry Day is really doing us part of giving us a taste of spring and summer. Each year on the 27th of February, a celebration for strawberries occurs; they spark our tastebuds and remind us all about the fresh feeling of fruit.
There are many ways to celebrate this national day. There is so much life that is reborn in the last weeks of February, such as some flowers, bees, and animals peaking out from a winter of hibernation. Strawberries help elevate this experience, through their many characteristics. Strawberries contain benefits, act as symbolism in many cultures, and fall into a beautiful platter enjoyed by friends and family who gather.
Strawberries can be bought in the grocery store, from a local farmer’s market, or even grown in your own garden to ensure they’re perfectly ripened for picking!
Although strawberries are low in calories, delicious, healthy, and contain a good source of many vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds — some of which have powerful health benefits such as reducing your cholesterol, blood pressure, inflammation, and oxidative stress —you can always spice things up when it comes to this fruit; whether you’re looking for a sugary and sweet dessert, or even a simple and healthy treat, strawberries are by far more flexible than other fruits.
Looking for some ways to use up your strawberries? Here are some great desserts, treats, and snacks just for that. We’ll begin with, strawberry shortcake. You can’t beat sweet strawberries and fresh whipped cream over homemade shortcakes topped with a drizzle of strawberry sauce. Next is a strawberry tart; a simple tart is one of the best recipes with fresh strawberries added with a delicious crunchy chocolate layer. Strawberry Poppyseed salad with chicken is another delicious recipe. This salad is hard to beat when it comes to color and flavor plus nutrition. If you’re looking for something for breakfast, Spice up your meal with a croissant breakfast casserole; turning croissants and marmalade into a classic overnight croissant breakfast casserole brings out strawberries in the best way. Or, strawberry desserts are also delicious. Strawberry cheesecake gives you a creamy texture with a mouth-watering base for the delectable strawberries embedded into a perfect cheesecake.
From a strawberry milkshake, chocolate-covered strawberries, creamy strawberry crepes, strawberry pie, and even strawberry ice cream, this list could go on for years showing the versatility of the delicious fruit.
National Strawberry Day is an easy and beneficial holiday for everyone to celebrate, whether you and your family want a fresh bowl, or even just a tasty beverage or dessert. Strawberries are perfect for each meal and any craving.
