Description
Oven Baked Salmon with Blackberry Barbecue Sauce is a perfect blend of rich, flaky salmon and a sweet-tangy sauce made from frozen Oregon blackberries. This easy-to-prepare dish not only delights your palate but also makes for an impressive centerpiece at any gathering. With just ten minutes of prep time, you’ll have a gourmet meal ready to serve that showcases bold flavors and vibrant colors. Pair it with your favorite sides for a nutritious and satisfying dinner that will leave your guests raving about the delicious combination of savory and sweet.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb salmon fillet
- 1 cup ketchup
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 ½ Tbsp light brown sugar
- ½ Tbsp fresh ground black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tbsp molasses
- 1 cup frozen blackberries (preferably Oregon brands)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, black pepper, garlic powder, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, molasses, and frozen blackberries until smooth.
- Place the salmon fillet on the prepared baking sheet and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Pour half of the blackberry barbecue sauce over the salmon, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Drizzle remaining sauce over the salmon before serving; garnish with rosemary and fresh blackberries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 5 oz (142g) of salmon with sauce
- Calories: 307
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 67mg