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Salmon Balls Avocado Sauce

Savory Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce Delight

Healthy Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce is a nutritious, scrumptious appetizer packed with omega-3s, perfect for quick meals or entertaining.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Balls
  • 1 pound Salmon fillet Fresh, skinless, boneless
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 small Red onion Finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 large Egg Beaten
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For cooking
For the Avocado Sauce
  • 2 ripe Avocados
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Or sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro Chopped
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Water Adjust for consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • blender or food processor
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop the salmon fillet, red onion, and fresh dill. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped ingredients with panko breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Optional: Refrigerate the salmon balls for about 30 minutes to help them hold their shape.
  4. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the salmon balls and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  6. In a blender, combine avocados, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, adding water as needed.
  7. Serve the salmon balls on a platter with the avocado sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ballsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Refrigerating helps maintain the shape of the salmon balls while cooking. Adjust seasoning in the avocado sauce to taste.

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