Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie
Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie marries juicy blueberries with bright lemon zest, fresh juice, and savory-salty bits of preserved lemon for a vibrant, layered citrus note. The lattice-topped filling bakes until jammy and fragrant, then sets into clean slices with a lively tang—perfect for summer gatherings or a standout dessert after a hearty meal.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook1 hr 25 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 31 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 50 / 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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- 77
- Heart Health
- 82
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 39
- Inflammatory
- 25
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
On a lightly floured surface, roll out half of the pie dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Gently press it into the dish and trim the edge to a 1/2-inch overhang. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Roll out the remaining dough into a circle and transfer it to a sheet of parchment, baking sheet, or flat surface. Use a pastry wheel to cut it into 1/2-inch strips. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
- 3
Rinse the blueberries and remove any stems; set aside.
- 4
Combine the sugar, tapioca starch, and cornstarch in a bowl and mix well (see Note).
- 5
Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and diced preserved lemon. Toss the blueberries with the sugar mixture.
- 6
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- 7
Pour the blueberry filling into the chilled pie crust.
- 8
Lay two pastry strips over the filled pie in an X shape. Continue adding strips, alternating over and under, to form the lattice.
- 9
Trim the lattice strips to a 1/2-inch overhang, tuck them under the bottom crust, and crimp the edge to seal. Set the pie dish on a rimmed baking sheet to catch any drips.
- 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the crust edges are golden brown.
- 11
Reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Loosely cover the pie with foil to prevent over-browning.
- 12
Continue baking until the juices are bubbling and the crust is a deep golden brown, about 1 hour more.
- 13
The internal temperature of the pie should reach 200 degrees F (93°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
- 14
Cool the pie on a wire rack for 4 hours to allow the filling to set fully.
- 15
Cook’s Note: You can use 3 tablespoons of cornstarch instead of the tapioca starch–cornstarch combination. Tapioca will make the filling a bit softer, while using only cornstarch will set it more firmly.
- Calories 694.66 kcal High 35%
- Protein 12.5 g Good Source 25%
- Carbohydrate 142.23 g 52%
- Total Fat 9.1 g Moderate 12%
- Saturated Fat 1.96 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 123.93 mg Moderate 5%
- Dietary Fiber 21.21 g Good Source 76%
- Total Sugars 33.8 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 24.57 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.6 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 189.91 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
About This Recipe
Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie is an American dessert recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 55 mins, serves 8, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cornstarch, Frozen Blueberries, Lemon Juice, and Pastry Flour. Each serving provides about 694.66 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie?
- It is an American pie recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for dessert.
- What is Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie made of?
- The main ingredients are Cornstarch, Frozen Blueberries, Lemon Juice, Pastry Flour, Pastry Shell. The full list of 8 is above.
- What goes well with Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie?
- Explore these American side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie?
- About 1 hr 55 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 694.66 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 8 ingredients and 15 steps.
- Is Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie healthy?
- Preserved Lemon Blueberry Pie has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 694.66 calories and 12.5 g of protein, or 25% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 123.93 mg (5% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.96 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Wheat, Gluten 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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