Description
Delicious and healthy salmon meatballs served with a creamy avocado sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon, skin removed
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour)
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil spray
- For the Avocado Sauce:
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: water to thin
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to cook the meatballs to perfection. This temperature allows for a lovely golden crust while keeping the inside juicy.
- Take your fresh salmon and either chop it finely with a sharp knife or place it in a food processor. If you’re using a food processor, pulse until you achieve a consistency similar to ground meat—not too fine, as you want to maintain texture. This step is crucial as it forms the base of your delicious meatballs.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped salmon with the egg, breadcrumbs (or almond flour for a gluten-free option), finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined. Don’t be afraid to use your hands; it’s the best tool for ensuring the mixture is evenly blended!
- Once mixed, use your hands to form the mixture into meatballs about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. This size ensures they cook through evenly. Place the meatballs on your lined baking sheet, making sure they are spaced out sufficiently to allow for even cooking. Give them a light spray with olive oil to promote browning.
- Transfer the baking sheet to your preheated oven and bake the meatballs for 12 to 15 minutes. Keep an eye on them; they should turn golden and firm to the touch when done. The joy of knowing your healthy dinner is on its way is enough motivation to keep watching!
- While the meatballs bake, it’s time to prepare the creamy avocado sauce. In a blender, combine the ripe avocado, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, adjusting the seasoning as needed. If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a splash of water while blending. This sauce is a fantastic complement to the savory flavors of your salmon meatballs.
- Once the meatballs are done baking, serve them warm alongside the creamy avocado sauce. Feel free to garnish with extra parsley for a touch of color and freshness. Enjoy the combination of deep flavors and smooth textures!
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Protein: 25 g