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Baked Salmon Meatballs

Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce Bliss

Baked Salmon Meatballs are a healthy and flavorful dish, perfect for quick dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Salmon Canned salmon can be substituted if well-drained.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs can be used for gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Dairy-free alternative for vegan option.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg works as a vegan substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Cilantro can be used instead or omitted.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lime juice can also work.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
For the Creamy Avocado Sauce
  • 1 medium Avocado Ripe avocados yield best results.
  • 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt Opt for dairy-free yogurt for a lighter vegan sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is always best.
  • 1 clove Additional Garlic Adjust according to taste preference.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Blender

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped salmon, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Gently mix until just combined.
  3. Form the mixture into small golf-ball-sized meatballs and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 15-18 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
  5. While baking, prepare the creamy avocado sauce by blending avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and additional garlic until smooth.
  6. Serve the meatballs warm alongside the creamy avocado sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them in a single layer and transfer to a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.

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