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Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Irresistibly Healthy Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Enjoy a flavorful and guilt-free Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce that’s perfect for any night of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound fresh salmon finely chopped
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free option
  • 1 large egg or flaxseed meal mix as vegan substitute
  • 1/4 cup parsley fresh, chopped
  • 2 cloves minced garlic fresh or garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice or lime juice
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 large avocado ripe
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • blender
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Mix the salmon, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 15-18 minutes, until firm and slightly golden.
  5. Blend the avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and garlic in a blender until smooth, adding water if needed.
  6. Serve warm with the creamy avocado sauce drizzled on top or on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Garnish with additional parsley for a fresh touch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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