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Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Savory Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce You’ll Love

These Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce are a delightful, gluten-free meal packed with omega-3 fatty acids.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Balls
  • 1 lb Fresh Salmon Fillet Skin removed
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro Optional
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 2 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 Fresh is best
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Salmon Mixture: Finely chop or process the fresh salmon fillet. In a mixing bowl, combine salmon with parsley, cilantro, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. Shape Salmon Balls: Form the salmon mixture into balls about 2 inches in diameter, aiming for 12 to 14 portions. Place on a plate and preheat skillet over medium heat with olive oil.
  3. Grill Salmon Balls: Place salmon balls in the hot skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and firm.
  4. Prepare Creamy Avocado Sauce: Blend avocado, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and garlic in a food processor until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. Serve: Once grilled, place salmon balls on a platter and drizzle with creamy avocado sauce or serve on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Quality salmon and proper cooking technique will enhance the flavor and texture of this dish. Serve with a salad for a complete meal.

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