Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce Recipe
Delicious and nutritious salmon balls baked to golden perfection, served with a creamy and tangy avocado sauce. This easy-to-make recipe combines fresh salmon, herbs, and simple pantry ingredients for a wholesome meal that’s perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 salmon balls 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
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 (additional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the salmon balls.
- Prepare Salmon: Flake the fresh skinless salmon fillets into small pieces in a large bowl, ensuring there are no large chunks for even mixing.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the plain breadcrumbs, egg, chopped fresh dill or parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the bowl with salmon. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined to form the base for the salmon balls.
- Form Balls: Take small portions of the mixture and form into approximately 1-inch balls. Place them evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Bake: Bake the salmon balls in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare Sauce: While the salmon balls bake, combine the ripe avocado, plain Greek yogurt, additional lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy to create the avocado sauce.
- Serve: Once baked, serve the warm salmon balls with the creamy avocado sauce for dipping or drizzling, making an appetizing and healthy dish.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed salmon for the best texture and flavor.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute plain breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed nuts.
- If you prefer a spicier sauce, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the avocado blend.
- These salmon balls can be served as appetizers, snacks, or as a main course alongside a fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently in the oven or microwave.
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