Description
Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce are a delightful and nutritious dish that brings together the richness of salmon and the creaminess of avocado for an unforgettable meal. These tender meatballs offer a unique twist on traditional recipes, making them perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with protein and healthy fats, they are not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. The addition of zesty herbs and spices elevates the flavor profile, while the creamy avocado sauce adds a refreshing finish. Serve these delicious bites over whole grains or alongside fresh greens for a well-rounded meal that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 pound skinless salmon, cut into chunks
- ½ medium onion, grated
- ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons minced cilantro (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 egg white
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground oregano
- ¾ California avocado, peeled and pitted
- 3 tablespoons fat-free plain Greek yogurt
- Juice of ½ lime
- Water as needed for sauce consistency
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the salmon chunks, grated onion, minced garlic, egg white, breadcrumbs, cilantro, salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano. Mix gently until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush each meatball lightly with olive oil; bake for about 15-18 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
- While the meatballs bake, prepare the creamy avocado sauce by blending avocado, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lime juice, and water as needed for consistency until smooth.
- Once cooked, serve meatballs drizzled with creamy avocado sauce and garnish with additional cilantro.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 55mg