Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce: Healthy Dinner Ideas
Indulge in a healthy and flavorful meal with these Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce. Perfect for any occasion, these grilled bites of salmon are blended with fresh herbs and spices, making them a delightful option for dinner or as a party appetizer. The creamy avocado sauce adds a velvety touch that complements the savory flavors of the salmon, creating a dish that is both nutritious and satisfying. Ready in under 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillet (skin removed)
- 1/4 cup parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour)
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine salmon, parsley, cilantro, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pulse until mixed but slightly chunky.
- Form small balls (about 1 inch) from the mixture and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Preheat grill pan over medium heat. Drizzle olive oil over the salmon balls and grill for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- For the avocado sauce, mash avocado in a bowl and mix with cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve warm with the creamy avocado sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 salmon balls (90g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg