Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce
If you’re searching for a quick and flavorful appetizer, these Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce are sure to impress! They combine fresh salmon and vibrant herbs into bite-sized delights that are perfect for entertaining or a cozy family dinner. The creamy avocado sauce adds a rich and zesty touch, making this dish both satisfying and nutritious. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, these salmon balls can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy stress-free gatherings. Once you serve these savory bites, they won’t last long on the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh skinless salmon fillets
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ripe avocado
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, flake the salmon into small pieces.
- Add breadcrumbs, egg, herbs, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Form small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) from the mixture and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the avocado sauce, blend avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve warm with the creamy avocado sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon ball (40g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg