Grilled Salmon Steaks with Blueberry–Balsamic Sauce
Grilled Salmon Steaks with Blueberry–Balsamic Sauce pairs rich, smoky fish with a glossy, tangy-sweet reduction of blueberries, balsamic, and a hint of orange. Fresh chives add a gentle herbal lift, balancing the fruit and acidity. It’s a vibrant dinner centerpiece for weeknights or a warm-weather gathering when you want something bright yet elegant.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grilled Salmon Steaks with Blueberry–Balsamic Sauce, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 32 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 51
- Heart Health
- 59
- Metabolic
- 18
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 39
- Performance
- 37
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine 1/2 cup chicken stock, vinegar, orange juice, and honey in a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Lower the heat to medium, dissolve cornstarch in 1/4 cup chicken stock, and stir it into the simmering sauce.
- 3
Cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens and becomes clear, 1 to 2 minutes; stir in the blueberries and chives, and keep warm over low heat.
- 4
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- 5
Brush the salmon with oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 6
Grill until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- 7
Serve with the blueberry sauce.
- Calories 163.07 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 7.66 g Moderate 15%
- Carbohydrate 14.92 g 5%
- Total Fat 8.04 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 1.16 g Moderate 6%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 15.62 mg Moderate 5%
- Sodium 92.75 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 1.64 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 10.55 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 6.38 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.17 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 143.23 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 7.24 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 8.5 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Fish 🐟
- Corn 🌽
About This Recipe
Grilled Salmon Steaks with Blueberry Balsamic Sauce is made with 11 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Chicken Stock, Cornstarch, and Fresh Chives. Each serving provides about 163.07 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Salmon Steaks with Blueberry–Balsamic Sauce made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Chicken Stock, Cornstarch, Fresh Chives, Frozen Blueberries. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Salmon Steaks with Blueberry–Balsamic Sauce?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 163.07 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Salmon Steaks with Blueberry–Balsamic Sauce easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Grilled Salmon Steaks with Blueberry–Balsamic Sauce healthy?
- Grilled Salmon Steaks with Blueberry–Balsamic Sauce has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 163.07 calories and 7.66 g of protein, or 15% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 1.16 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Fish and Corn, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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