Description
These Baked Salmon Meatballs are tender, flavorful, and perfectly paired with a creamy avocado sauce. A healthy and satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and easy to prepare. Serve them with quinoa, rice, or a salad for a complete dish.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon Meatballs:
- 1 lb fresh salmon, skin removed and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
For the Avocado Sauce:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise for dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp water (adjust for consistency)
For Garnish & Serving:
- Fresh cilantro or parsley
- Lemon wedges
- Cooked quinoa, rice, or salad
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon Meatballs:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped salmon, panko breadcrumbs (or almond flour), egg, parsley, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
- Mix well and shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
- Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the Avocado Sauce:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise), lime juice, garlic, salt, black pepper, and water.
- Blend until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if needed.
- Serve:
- Arrange the baked salmon meatballs on a serving plate and drizzle with the avocado sauce.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
- Pair with cooked quinoa, rice, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a low-carb option, use almond flour instead of panko breadcrumbs.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with mayonnaise for a dairy-free version of the sauce.
- These meatballs can also be served as appetizers or added to pasta for a flavorful twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American