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Salmon Balls Avocado Sauce

Savory Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce Delight

Savor the delicious blend of Salmon Balls with Avocado Sauce, a nutritious treat packed with flavor and omega-3s.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Balls
  • 1 lb Salmon Fillet skinless, boneless
  • 3/4 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion finely diced
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill or parsley/tarragon
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1 large Egg or flax egg for vegan
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest or lime zest
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil or avocado oil
For the Avocado Sauce
  • 2 ripe Avocados
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt or sour/cashew cream
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice or lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro or parsley
  • 1 clove Garlic fresh
  • to taste tbsp Water adjust for consistency
  • to taste tsp Red Pepper Flakes optional
For Garnish
  • a few Fresh Dill Sprigs
  • 1 Lemon Wedges
  • to taste tsp Red Pepper Flakes for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • blender
  • Baking sheet
  • Food processor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the salmon fillet, panko breadcrumbs, red onion, fresh dill, Dijon mustard, egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine.
  2. Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. For firmer balls, refrigerate for 30 minutes before cooking.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Add salmon balls to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer cooked salmon balls to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. In a blender, combine avocados, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  8. Adjust sauce consistency with water as needed. Chill for 30 minutes for best flavor.
  9. Serve salmon balls with avocado sauce, garnished with dill sprigs and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 3ballsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days; freeze cooked balls for up to 2 months. Ensure the salmon balls reach an internal temperature of 145°F.

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