11 Surprisingly Savory Berry Recipes You’ll Totally Fall For

When most people think of berries, they think of desserts. There are a million ways to make strawberry shortcake, and raspberry desserts are the perfect way to end a meal. Berries are great in drinks too, like this sparkling blueberry lemonade. But because of their uniquely sweet and slightly tangy flavor profile, the antioxidant-rich fruits are particularly nice when used outside of desserts. These 11 savory berry recipes are perfect when you want to add a fresh new flavor to some of your favorite summertime meals.

Cranberry Almond Poppy Seed Chicken Salad

Tart cranberries add a bright burst of flavor to this chicken salad. Combined with slivered almonds, crunchy celery, red onion, and poppy seed, it makes for a meal that’s anything but ordinary. (via Valerie’s Kitchen)

Black Rice and Raspberry Salad

Turn your salad into a full meal (and one worthy of guests) with a few key ingredients. Raspberries add a beguiling sweetness to this dish, while toasted pine nuts, black rice, and a mustard-maple dressing balance things out. (via Green Evi)

Berry Glazed Salmon

Much like pork, salmonloves sugar. In this recipe, blackberry jam is combined with white wine to create a glaze for the luscious fish. (via The Millennial Cook)

Raspberry and Balsamic Whole 30 Chicken Thighs

This chicken is proof that Whole 30 and Paleo eating don’t have to be hard. With just five ingredients, this meal is a unique take on the quick chicken dishes you may be used to. (via 40 Aprons)

Chicken, Bacon, and Strawberry Salad

Lighten up the flavors of your favorite hearty salad by adding strawberries. They bring a sweetness to this recipe that’s a beautiful contrast with the salty and smokey flavor of bacon. (via Paleo Running Mama)

One-Pan Blueberry Salmon

Combine blueberries and salmon together, then serve with Brussels sprouts and lemon slices for a crave-worthy meal. (via Cotter Crunch)

Berry Spinach Salad

Sometimes the best way to eat your vegetables is to add some fruit into the mix. Raspberries and blueberries join mandarin oranges to create a salad you’ll want to devour. (via Spirited and Them Some)

Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Bacon and Berries

The key to balanced eating can be as simple as using meat as a seasoning instead of as the star component. Here, bacon adds a smokey savoriness to a dish of Brussels sprouts and berries. (via E.A.T.)

Salmon, Spinach, and Mandarin Orange Salad

Succulent salmon is delicious, but sometimes it needs a little burst of freshness to lighten it up. Blackberries and mandarin oranges do the trick, while a bed of verdant spinach and a sprinkle of sunflower seeds round it all out. (via The Food Blog)

Lamb Lollipops With Blackberry Reduction

Herb-crusted lamb lollipops are an impressive date-night entree. Drizzled with a blackberry reduction and served atop a bed of creamy polenta, this indulgent meal won’t leave much room for dessert. (via Cali Girl Cooking)

Blackberry, Balsamic, and Prosciutto Pizza

Pizza night doesn’t have to be all about the marinara. Instead, this white pizza is topped with blackberries, asparagus, mozzarella, and balsamic vinegar, making for a surprisingly elegant and easy meal. (via Kiwi and Carrot)