Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce Recipe
Delicious and healthy salmon balls baked to golden perfection, served with a creamy avocado sauce that adds a fresh, tangy twist. Perfect as a light appetizer or a nutritious main dish, these salmon balls are easy to make and packed with flavor and protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Salmon Balls
- 1 lb fresh skinless salmon fillets
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Creamy Avocado Sauce
- 1 ripe avocado
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (divided, use 2 tbsp for balls and 2 tbsp for sauce)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the salmon balls evenly.
- Prepare Salmon Mixture: Flake the fresh salmon fillets into small pieces in a large mixing bowl. Add the plain breadcrumbs, large egg, chopped dill or parsley, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together thoroughly until well combined.
- Form Salmon Balls: Shape the mixture into small balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced slightly apart for even cooking.
- Bake: Bake the salmon balls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until they turn golden brown and cooked through.
- Make Avocado Sauce: While the salmon balls are baking, blend the ripe avocado, ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a food processor or blender until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Once baked, serve the warm salmon balls alongside the creamy avocado sauce for dipping or drizzling.
Notes
- You can substitute dill with parsley or cilantro according to preference.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- Make sure salmon is fresh for best flavor and texture.
- The avocado sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 1 day to save time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 4 salmon balls with sauce)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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