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Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce: Healthy Dinner Ideas

Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce: Healthy Dinner Ideas
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If you’re looking for a healthy, flavorful dinner option that’s quick and easy to make, look no further than Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce. These delicious bites combine fresh salmon with vibrant herbs and spices, making them not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying. Perfect for family meals or casual gatherings, these salmon balls can be served as an appetizer or main dish. Paired with a creamy avocado sauce, they provide a delightful balance of flavors and textures that everyone will love. Try this recipe today for a wholesome meal that’s both tasty and packed with nutrients!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh salmon fillet
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for grilling)
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, pulse the salmon until coarsely ground. Transfer to a mixing bowl and add parsley, cilantro, breadcrumbs (or almond flour), egg, garlic, smoked paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
  3. Heat olive oil in a grill pan over medium heat. Cook the salmon balls for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. For the creamy avocado sauce, blend avocado, cilantro, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Serve the salmon balls warm with the avocado sauce drizzled on top or as a dip.

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