Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce
If you’re looking for a delightful and healthy dinner option, these Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce are sure to impress! Packed with flavor and easy to prepare, they make a perfect meal for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Tender salmon balls are paired with a zesty avocado sauce that adds a creamy richness to every bite. Not only are they delicious, but they also provide a nutritious boost, making them an excellent addition to your regular dinner rotation. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this fun and flavorful dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillet (skin removed)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for grilling)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the salmon, parsley, cilantro, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, smoked paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Form the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and grill the salmon balls for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the avocado sauce, blend together avocado, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve warm with the creamy avocado sauce drizzled over the top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 salmon balls (135g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg