Description
Baked Salmon Meatballs with Avocado Sauce are a delightful fusion of flavor and health. These tender meatballs, made with fresh salmon and aromatic herbs, are paired with a creamy avocado sauce that adds a zesty twist. Perfect for light dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this dish is easy to prepare and nutritious, making it an excellent choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon, skinless and boneless
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, flake the salmon into small pieces. Add panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, dill, parsley, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
- Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- While baking, prepare the avocado sauce by blending avocados, lime juice, and cilantro until smooth.
- Serve the baked salmon meatballs drizzled with avocado sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor variation, consider incorporating spices like paprika or substituting salmon with ground turkey. Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
