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Blueberry Balsamic Glazed Salmon
5 from 51 votes

Blueberry Balsamic Glazed Salmon

This Blueberry Balsamic Glazed Salmon recipe features fresh blueberries cooked down with balsamic vinegar, sugar, lemon juice, and thyme to create a tangy-sweet glaze. Broiled salmon filets are brushed with this sauce twice, resulting in a caramelized, flavorful crust while keeping the salmon moist and tender inside. The glaze adds a fruity brightness balanced with acidity and herbal hints from thyme, enhancing the natural flavor of the fish.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
21 mins
Total Time
26 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 157 kcal
Course: Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ cup blueberries fresh
  • 5-6 thyme fresh, sprigs
  • 1 tbsp. granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tsp. lemon juice
  • ½ tsp. salt divided
  • 4 (4-5 oz.) salmon filets
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper ground

Instructions

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  1. In a small sauce pot, add the blueberries, thyme, sugar, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Place over medium heat. Boil for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. The blueberries will release their juices. The sauce will reduce and thicken.
  2. In the meantime, place an oven rack 6 inches from the broiler. Preheat oven broiler to high. Optional: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  3. Pat salmon filets dry with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides of the fish with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Place the fish skin side down on the baking sheet.
  5. Brush a thin layer of the blueberry glaze onto the salmon. Place the fish under the broiler for three minutes. Brush an additional thin layer of glaze on the fish. Place back under the broiler for an additional 3-5 minutes. Once cooked, the salmon should flake when pressed with a fork, but not be dry.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1glazed filet Calories 157kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 6.8g (2%) Protein 23.2g (46%) Fat 4.1g (6%) Saturated Fat 0.5g (3%) Fiber 0.6g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 157

% Daily Value*

Serving 1glazed filet
Calories 157kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 6.8g 2%
Protein 23.2g 46%
Fat 4.1g 6%
Saturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Fiber 0.6g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.