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Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce for Dinner Bliss

Delicious Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce offer a healthy, family-friendly option perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Fresh or canned salmon Drain canned salmon well
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Substitute gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Use nutritional yeast for vegan option
  • 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Cilantro can be a substitute
  • 2 cloves Minced garlic Garlic powder can be used in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Lime juice can also be used
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to your preference
For the Creamy Avocado Sauce
  • 1 ripe Avocado Ensure it's ripe for best texture
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Substitute sour cream if desired
  • 2 tablespoons Lime juice Can use lemon juice for variety
  • 1 clove Minced garlic Adjust based on garlic preference

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • 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 salmon, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, garlic, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, mixing gently.
  3. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and firm.
  5. In a blender, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and garlic. Blend until smooth, adding water if needed.
  6. Serve the meatballs warm with the creamy avocado sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Meatballs can be served with a fresh salad or pasta salad for a complete meal.

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