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Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce Bliss

This Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce recipe offers a healthy and satisfying twist on weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb fresh salmon canned salmon is a substitute
  • 1 cup breadcrumb use whole-wheat or gluten-free for healthier options
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese can substitute with nutritional yeast
  • 1 large egg can substitute with flaxseed meal for a vegan option
  • 1/4 cup parsley fresh, can substitute with basil or cilantro
  • 2 cloves minced garlic can use garlic powder if fresh isn’t available
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice lime juice can be a good alternative
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Creamy Avocado Sauce
  • 1 ripe avocado select ripe for best results
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt can substitute with dairy-free yogurt
  • 2 tbsp lime juice feel free to use lemon juice
  • 2 cloves minced garlic can substitute with garlic powder
  • to desired thickness tbsp water add gradually

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • food processor

Method
 

Baked Salmon Meatballs Steps
  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, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; mix gently.
  3. Scoop out portions and roll into golf-ball-sized meatballs; place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 15 to 18 minutes or until firm and golden brown.
  5. While baking, prepare the creamy avocado sauce by blending avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and garlic in a food processor, adding water to desired consistency.
  6. Serve the Baked Salmon Meatballs warm with the creamy avocado sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep meatballs tender. Monitor baking time to prevent drying out. Let meatballs cool slightly before serving to enhance flavor and texture.

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