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Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce: A Flavorful Twist

These Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce are a healthy and flavorful dinner option, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Balls
  • 1 lb Salmon Fillet Fresh salmon
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1 large Egg
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Lemon Zest Freshly zested
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil For grilling
For the Creamy Avocado Sauce
  • 1 ripe Avocado
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Or sour cream
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Food processor

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Coarsely mince the salmon fillet until finely chopped. In a mixing bowl, combine salmon, parsley, cilantro, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
  2. Roll the mixture into balls, about 2 inches in diameter. Place them on a plate lined with parchment paper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Grill the salmon balls for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In a food processor, blend avocado, cilantro, yogurt, lime juice, and garlic until smooth. Adjust seasoning.
  5. Serve the salmon balls with the creamy avocado sauce on top or on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to use fresh salmon for the best results. These balls can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a main dish.

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