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Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Savory Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce for Quick Dinners

Healthy Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce are quick to whip up, gluten-free, and rich in omega-3s.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Balls
  • 1 lb Fresh Salmon Fillet The main protein source, rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Finely chopped.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs or Almond Flour Helps bind the ingredients.
  • 1 Large Egg Provides structure.
  • 2 Garlic Cloves Minced.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Lends smokiness.
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest Brightens flavor.
  • Salt and Black Pepper To taste.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For grilling.
For the Creamy Avocado Sauce
  • 1 Ripe Avocado Star of the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream Adds creaminess.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Brings acidity.
  • 1 Garlic Clove Minced for sauce.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the salmon mixture by finely chopping the fresh salmon fillet and combining it with parsley, cilantro, breadcrumbs or almond flour, egg, garlic, paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  2. Shape the salmon balls by rolling portions of the mixture into 2-inch balls, creating about 12 to 14 balls.
  3. Grill the salmon balls in a skillet with olive oil for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Prepare the creamy avocado sauce by blending avocado, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Serve the salmon balls warm, drizzled with the creamy avocado sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Storage: Keep leftovers in airtight containers; salmon balls last up to 2 days, avocado sauce up to 1 week. For freezing, place balls in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

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