Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Elevate your grilling game with this surprisingly delicious Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce! Sweet blueberries mingle with tangy balsamic vinegar for a unique flavor profile that's perfect for chicken, pork, tuna, or even tofu. This simple recipe uses fresh or frozen blueberries and comes together in under 35 minutes. Get ready for rave reviews – it's a flavor explosion that's anything but average!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 59.8 kcal
Protein 1g
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Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce 54

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Ingredients for Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce

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How to Make Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool completely.
  4. Carefully transfer the cooled blueberry mixture to a blender.
  5. Blend until completely smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed (you may want to add more brown sugar for sweetness or balsamic vinegar for tang).
  6. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

51g

Fat

0g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce?

Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce takes about 45 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce?

Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce has approximately 59.8 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce?

The key ingredients for Blueberry Balsamic Barbecue Sauce are Blueberries, Balsamic Vinegar, Sugar, Ketchup, Garlic Powder, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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