Best 12 Blueberry Salsa Recipes

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When it comes to salsas, the options are endless. Salsa can be made with many different fruits, vegetables, and herbs, and this article will focus on one of the most delicious and refreshing: blueberry salsa. This salsa is perfect for summer gatherings, as it is light, flavorful, and easy to make. It is also a great way to use up fresh blueberries, which are often plentiful during the summer months. Whether you are looking for a dip to serve with chips, a topping for tacos or fish, or a flavorful addition to your favorite grilled dishes, blueberry salsa is a great choice.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

BLUEBERRY SALSA



Blueberry Salsa image

This is a fruity and refreshing twist on salsa. Guests commonly line up to try it at parties, and they always leave satisfied.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups fresh blueberries
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2 green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced seeded jalapeno pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash of pepper

Steps:

  • Place blueberries in a food processor; pulse five times or until coarsely chopped. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in remaining ingredients. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BLUEBERRY SALSA



Blueberry Salsa image

If the blueberries are not quite in season I like to do half blueberries and half raspberries, they sweeten it up a lot. It is great with chips or as a topping for pork and turkey london broil.

Provided by Liz Rosenfeld

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups chopped fresh blueberries
1 cup whole fresh blueberries
1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeno pepper
⅓ cup chopped red onion
¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
1 fresh lime, juiced
salt to taste

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine chopped and whole blueberries, jalepeno pepper, onion, red pepper, lime juice, and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 12.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 23 mg, Sugar 2 g

CHIPOTLE PORK LOIN WITH BLUEBERRY-KIWI SALSA



Chipotle Pork Loin with Blueberry-Kiwi Salsa image

Tart kiwi and sweet blueberries make a unique salsa to dress your basic pork loin. This is a leaner cut of pork, so be sure not to overcook it; you can test the meat by slicing it with a paring knife or using an instant-read thermometer, which should register 145ºF.

Provided by Drew Ramsey, M.D.

Categories     HarperCollins     Pork     Roast     Grill     Kiwi     Blueberry     Cilantro     Summer     Dinner     Spring     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 kiwis, peeled and diced
1 pint blueberries, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
1/4 cup minced red onion
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon paprika or chipotle chile powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
One (2-pound) center-cut pork loin
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, plus more for the grill

Steps:

  • To grill the pork loin, preheat a grill over high heat, or to roast, preheat the oven to 400ºF.
  • Combine the kiwis, blueberries, cilantro onion, and vinegar in a large bowl. Add 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and toss well. Set the salsa aside.
  • Place the paprika or chipotle chile powder on a plate along with the turmeric, cumin, the remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt, and the black pepper. Roll the pork loin in the spice mixture to coat. Drizzle the pork with the oil.
  • To grill:
  • Grease the grill with grapeseed oil. Adjust the grill flame setting to medium to medium-low.
  • Place the loin on the grill and cook, turning often, until no longer translucent inside and cooked through, or until it registers 145ºF on an instant-read thermometer, 20-25 minutes. Let the loin rest for 5 minutes before slicing, then serve with the salsa.
  • To roast:
  • Place the pork in a 7-by-11-inch baking dish and roast on the lower rack, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink in the center, and it registers 145ºF on an instant-read thermometer. Let the loin rest for 5 minutes before slicing, then serve with the salsa.

GRILLED HALIBUT WITH BLUEBERRY SALSA



Grilled Halibut with Blueberry Salsa image

Give halibut a new, summery spin. The salsa may seem sophisticated, but it's really a cinch to prepare. -Donna Goutermont, Juneau, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups fresh blueberries, divided
1 small red onion, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/8 teaspoon plus 1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 halibut fillets (5 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, coarsely mash 1 cup blueberries. Stir in the onion, cilantro, jalapeno, orange juice, vinegar, 1 teaspoon oil, 1/8 teaspoon salt, pepper and remaining blueberries. Cover and chill until serving., Meanwhile, drizzle fillets with remaining oil; sprinkle with remaining salt. Grill halibut, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 521mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH BLUEBERRY-BASIL SALSA



Grilled Chicken with Blueberry-Basil Salsa image

With jalapenos and herbs, the berries make a piquant salsa for grilled chicken.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for brushing grill
2 jalapeno chiles
24 scallions
3 cups blueberries (about 1 pound), picked over and rinsed
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
3 1/2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (2 to 3 limes)
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves, very thinly sliced, plus whole leaves for garnish
1/2 cup loosely packed cilantro leaves, roughly chopped, plus whole leaves for garnish
2 pounds chicken cutlets
Pinch of cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high; lightly oil it. Grill jalapenos until slightly charred and blistered, turning frequently, about 15 minutes. Using a paper towel, pull off stems and remove skins from chiles. Roughly chop flesh and seeds; set aside. Meanwhile, grill scallions, turning often, until soft and charred in spots, 3 to 4 minutes; set aside.
  • Place 2 cups blueberries in a food processor; pulse until coarsely chopped, about five times. Transfer to a medium bowl, and add onion, jalapenos, lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; stir to combine.Add basil, cilantro, remaining cup blueberries, and oil; stir to combine.
  • Sprinkle chicken with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and the cayenne. Grill chicken until cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Place 4 grilled scallions on each plate, and top with chicken. Serve immediately, topped with a generous spoonful of blueberry salsa. Garnish with basil and cilantro leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237 g, Cholesterol 88 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g, Sodium 266 g

MAINE WILD BLUEBERRY SALSA



Maine Wild Blueberry Salsa image

An antioxidant powerhouse that tastes incredible. The contrast between the sweet wild blueberries and tartness of the onions, peppers and tomatoes, makes this a great dish on its own with tortilla chips or served alongside beef or chicken.

Provided by Ellen Farnsworth

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 8h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 medium heirloom tomatoes
1 cup fresh or frozen wild blueberries
¾ cup chopped sweet onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
½ Hungarian hot pepper, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped Italian flat leaf parsley
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of water to a boil. Score the skin of the tomatoes by slicing an X into the skin on the bottom. Immerse the tomatoes in boiling water for about 15 seconds. Remove and place into a bowl of cold water. The skins should slip off easily. Peel the tomatoes, cut in half and remove the seeds. Chop the tomatoes and discard the seeds.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes, blueberries, onion, garlic, jalapeno pepper, Hungarian pepper, cilantro and parsley. Pour in the rice vinegar and olive oil and stir gently to mix. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and store in the refrigerator overnight to allow the flavors to blend. You may wish to drain the salsa slightly before serving, depending on how juicy your tomatoes are.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.8 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 3.4 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

BLUEBERRY HABANERO SALSA



Blueberry Habanero Salsa image

Our family favorite. This odd combination makes for a beautiful and delicious treat. I have substituted serrano peppers for a milder salsa, but prefer the fruity apricot taste of the habaneros. Sometimes to tone it down at the last minute I add blue agave.

Provided by B_aced

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups fresh blueberries, divided
1 white onion, chopped
1 cup chopped purple Cherokee tomatoes
1 cup white sugar
8 habanero peppers, seeded and chopped
½ cup chopped cilantro
¼ cup lime juice
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1 pinch Himalayan salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place 1 cup blueberries into a blender. Cover and blend until pureed. Coarsely chop remaining blueberries. Combine pureed blueberries, chopped blueberries, onion, tomatoes, sugar, habanero peppers, cilantro, lime juice, garlic, and Himalayan salt together in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 53.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 17.8 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

BLUEBERRY GRAPEFRUIT SALSA



Blueberry Grapefruit Salsa image

This salsa goes great with barbecued salmon.

Provided by Lori North

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Salsa Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ large pink grapefruit, peeled and membranes removed
1 cup blueberries
2 tablespoons minced red onion
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon honey

Steps:

  • Dice grapefruit into blueberry-size pieces and transfer to a large bowl. Add blueberries, onion, cilantro, lime juice, jalapeno pepper, and honey; mix well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 1.4 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

BLUEBERRY SALSA SALAD



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For this deliciously different salad, Priscilla Gilbert tops mixed greens with a sweet-tart fruit medley seasoned with onion and cilantro. "It was a hit when I prepared it for our 50th wedding anniversary," she relates from Indian Harbour Beach, Florida.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups fresh blueberries
1 medium apple, diced
1 large navel orange, peeled, sectioned and chopped
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 package (5 ounces) spring mix salad greens
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the blueberries, apple, orange, onion and cilantro. , In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, apple juice, sugar, oil and salt; drizzle over fruit mixture and toss to coat. Let stand for 10 minutes., Divide salad greens among six serving plates. Using a slotted spoon, arrange blueberry salsa over greens. Drizzle with dressing left in bowl. Sprinkle with blue cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BLUEBERRY SALMON SALSA



Blueberry Salmon Salsa image

Another refreshing salmon dinner, it brings the fruity flavor out with the fish. I serve with a crisp white wine. The

Provided by Tammywood

Categories     Sauces

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 (6 ounce) healthy heart wild salmon dinner fillets salmon fillets (I like the Sockeye Dinner Fillets)
1 cup canned wild blueberries, drained
1/2 cup canned crushed pineapple
1/2 cup roasted red pepper, chopped
1/4 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup minced red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup white raisins
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 teaspoon lime zest
2 teaspoons minced seeded jalapeno chiles
salt

Steps:

  • Combine salsa ingredients in medium bowl.
  • Salt to taste.
  • Cover and allow to stand 1 to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
  • Grill SeaBear Healthy Heart Wild Salmon Fillets (Sockeye Fillets).
  • and serve salsa on top.

CHIPOTLE PORK LOIN WITH BLUEBERRY-KIWI SALSA



Chipotle Pork Loin with Blueberry-Kiwi Salsa image

Tart kiwi and sweet blueberries make a unique salsa to dress your basic pork loin. This is a leaner cut of pork, so be sure not to overcook it; you can test the meat by slicing it with a paring knife or using an instant-read thermometer, which should register 145ºF.

Categories     HarperCollins     Pork     Roast     Grill     Kiwi     Blueberry     Cilantro     Summer     Dinner     Spring     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 kiwis, peeled and diced
1 pint blueberries, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
1/4 cup minced red onion
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon paprika or chipotle chile powder
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
One (2-pound) center-cut pork loin
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, plus more for the grill

Steps:

  • To grill the pork loin, preheat a grill over high heat, or to roast, preheat the oven to 400ºF.
  • Combine the kiwis, blueberries, cilantro onion, and vinegar in a large bowl. Add 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and toss well. Set the salsa aside.
  • Place the paprika or chipotle chile powder on a plate along with the turmeric, cumin, the remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt, and the black pepper. Roll the pork loin in the spice mixture to coat. Drizzle the pork with the oil.
  • To grill:
  • Grease the grill with grapeseed oil. Adjust the grill flame setting to medium to medium-low.
  • Place the loin on the grill and cook, turning often, until no longer translucent inside and cooked through, or until it registers 145ºF on an instant-read thermometer, 20-25 minutes. Let the loin rest for 5 minutes before slicing, then serve with the salsa.
  • To roast:
  • Place the pork in a 7-by-11-inch baking dish and roast on the lower rack, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink in the center, and it registers 145ºF on an instant-read thermometer. Let the loin rest for 5 minutes before slicing, then serve with the salsa.

BLUEBERRY SALSA



BLUEBERRY SALSA image

Categories     Sauce     Berry     Side     No-Cook

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups frozen wild blueberries
1 firm mango peeled - finely chopped
1 bunch Thai basil - finely chopped
½ bunch chives - finely chopped
1 fresh jalapeno seeded - finely chopped
1teasoon Japanese pickled ginger - finely chopped
1tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon grated lime zest
1 tsp olive oil
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Combine ingredients in a bowl and serve with chicken brochette.

Tips for Making the Best Blueberry Salsa:

  • Use fresh, ripe blueberries. This will ensure that your salsa has the best flavor and texture.
  • Choose a variety of blueberries. Using a mix of sweet and tart blueberries will give your salsa a more complex flavor.
  • Chop the blueberries evenly. This will help them distribute evenly throughout the salsa.
  • Use a sharp knife to dice the other ingredients. This will help prevent them from bruising and will make your salsa look more appealing.
  • Taste the salsa as you make it. Adjust the seasonings to your liking.
  • Chill the salsa before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and will make the salsa more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Blueberry salsa is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, and picnics. With its sweet and tangy flavor, blueberry salsa is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy blueberries, give this blueberry salsa recipe a try!

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