Baked Salmon Meatballs with Avocado Sauce Recipe
This healthy and flavorful recipe features baked salmon meatballs paired with a creamy avocado sauce. Tender salmon meatballs are seasoned with garlic, paprika, and fresh parsley, then baked to juicy perfection. The smooth avocado sauce with sour cream and lemon juice adds a refreshing, tangy complement, making this dish perfect as an appetizer, light lunch, or dinner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (about 16 meatballs) 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salmon Meatballs
- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for baking)
Avocado Sauce
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet with a little olive oil or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Meatballs: In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped salmon, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, fresh parsley, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form & Bake: Shape the salmon mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a tablespoon each. Arrange them evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are firm and reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Make Sauce: While the meatballs are baking, prepare the avocado sauce. Blend together the ripe avocado, sour cream, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the warm salmon meatballs topped with a generous drizzle of the tangy avocado sauce. Garnish with extra fresh parsley if desired for color and freshness.
Notes
- Ensure salmon is finely chopped for better meatball texture; alternatively, pulse in a food processor in short bursts.
- Baking instead of frying reduces fat content making the dish healthier.
- Adjust seasoning in the avocado sauce to your taste; add more lemon juice for extra tang.
- These meatballs can be prepared in advance and baked just before serving for convenience.
- Serve with a side salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs with avocado sauce (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
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