Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce Recipe
These baked salmon meatballs are a delicious and healthy twist on traditional meatballs, made with fresh salmon and baked to perfection. Served with a creamy avocado sauce, they are perfect as a light meal or appetizer, offering a fresh, flavorful, and nutritious option that’s quick to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (approximately 16 meatballs) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salmon Meatballs
- 1 lb fresh salmon, skin removed and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Creamy Avocado Sauce
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Water to thin, if needed
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the finely chopped salmon, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped parsley, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form Meatballs: Shape the salmon mixture into small, evenly sized meatballs and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the Meatballs: Bake the salmon meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until they are cooked through and have a slight golden color on the outside.
- Prepare Avocado Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, combine the avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, adding water as needed to reach your preferred dipping consistency.
- Serve: Plate the baked salmon meatballs and serve alongside the creamy avocado sauce for dipping, enjoying this flavorful and healthy dish.
Notes
- You can substitute breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.
- Ensure salmon is finely chopped for better meatball texture.
- If you prefer a spicier sauce, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the avocado sauce.
- Leftover meatballs can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Use fresh lemon and lime juice for the best flavor.
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