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Known as the anti-aging fruit, goji berries are a darling of the superfood world. Packed with powerful antioxidants, they offer benefits for the skin, immune system, and more. These 100% natural dried red goji berries are grown in the vast Himalayan Mountain region. Naturally sweet and chewy, these non-GMO delights are simply delicious. Sprinkle goji berries on oatmeal, serve them in tea, or snack on them out of the bag. You might have heard of goji berries and their health benefits. Their history as a medicinal plant has roots in ancient China. Many people use goji berries to treat eye, liver, and kidney issues. Also known as wolfberries, these festive red berries have a sweet, slightly sour taste. They often come in dried form, like raisins. But do they live up their health claims? If you’re looking to add more nutrition to your diet, read on to decide if goji berries are right for you. Nutritional information Goji berries are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including: vitamin C fiber iron vitamin A zinc antioxidants These berries contain all eight essential amino acids. A 1-ounce serving provides nearly 10 percent of your daily value for protein. For fruit, this is a surprising amount of protein. Due to the higher fiber content or complex carbs in goji berries, your blood sugar will raise more slowly, reducing your risk for a sugar crash afterward. Dried goji berries have a distinct flavor reminiscent of a cranberry or a sour cherry. How to Eat Them You can cook with dried goji berries in both sweet and savory recipes. The easiest way to get started is to use dried goji berries the way you would use raisins. That means putting them in baked goods like cookies, on top of your morning oatmeal or porridge, in trail mix, or by the handful as a snack. You can also soak dried goji berries in hot water for a few minutes until they've softened. When rehydrated, the goji berries taste almost like a "very sweet cherry tomato," says Julie Morris, the executive chef of Navitas Naturals, a health foods company that sells organic dried goji berries. Fold the hydrated berries into spiced rice and grain pilafs, salsas, chili, or anything else that could benefit from a dose of goji's slightly sweet flavor. You can also blend a spoonful of soaked goji berries into smoothies, tomato sauces, or frozen desserts like ice cream and popsicles for a flavor and nutritional boost. Morris says some people find dried goji berry powder easier to incorporate than the berries when preparing smoother foods like sauces, salad dressings, and smoothies. Expiry Date: May 2023