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Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce Bliss

Discover Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce, a delightful and healthy dish bringing joy to your dinner table in under 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Fresh Salmon Opt for wild-caught for better flavor.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use whole wheat for added health benefits.
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Consider nutritional yeast for a vegan alternative.
  • 1 large Egg For a vegan option, a flax egg works wonders.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Substitute with dill for a different twist.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced is best.
  • 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice Lime juice is a zesty alternative.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Creamy Avocado Sauce
  • 1 ripe Avocado Ensure it's perfectly ripe for the best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Substitute with coconut yogurt for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 Tbsp Lime Juice Switch with lemon juice if you prefer that taste.
  • 1 clove Garlic Add depth; adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped salmon, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 15–18 minutes until firm and lightly golden.
  5. While baking, prepare the creamy avocado sauce by blending avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and garlic until smooth.
  6. Serve the baked meatballs with the creamy avocado sauce on the side.
  7. Enjoy your creation with family and friends!

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-quality fresh salmon for the best flavor and avoid overmixing for tender meatballs. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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