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Salmon Balls Avocado Sauce

Salmon Balls with Avocado Sauce for a Healthy Snack Wow!

Enjoy these Salmon Balls with Avocado Sauce, a healthy delight packed with omega-3s and flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Balls
  • 1 pound Salmon Fillet Choose wild-caught for the best flavor.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Can be swapped with shallots.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Parsley or tarragon are great alternatives.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard works too if needed.
  • 1 large Egg Consider a flax egg for a vegan substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice & Zest Lime juice is a fantastic alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used instead.
  • to taste Salt & Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be a substitute.
For the Avocado Sauce
  • 2 ripe Avocados Ensure they're perfectly ripe.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream Plain yogurt is a suitable substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Lemon juice can work nicely if you prefer.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Feel free to use parsley.
  • to taste Water Adjust for desired sauce consistency.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for a hint of heat.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • blender

Method
 

Salmon Balls Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flaked salmon, panko breadcrumbs, chopped red onion, fresh dill, Dijon mustard, egg, lemon juice and zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. With your hands, form the mixture into approximately 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Refrigerate the salmon balls for about 30 minutes (optional) while preheating your skillet.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook salmon balls for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden.
  5. Use a slotted spoon to transfer cooked salmon balls to a plate lined with paper towels.
Avocado Sauce Preparation
  1. In a blender, combine ripe avocados, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Blend until smooth and adjust the consistency with water as needed.
Serving
  1. Arrange the salmon balls on a serving platter with the avocado sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve warm with fresh garnishes like dill and lemon wedges.

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