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Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce: Healthy Dinner Ideas
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Elevate your dinner experience with these delightful Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce. This recipe is perfect for food lovers seeking a quick, nutritious meal that doesn’t compromise on flavor. In just under 30 minutes, you can enjoy savory bites of grilled salmon, infused with fresh herbs and served alongside a velvety avocado-cilantro sauce. Ideal as an appetizer or main dish, these protein-packed morsels are versatile and easy to customize. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night at home, this dish is sure to impress!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh salmon fillet (skin removed)
  • 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
  • 2 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a food processor, combine salmon, parsley, cilantro, and garlic; pulse until finely chopped.
  2. Transfer to a mixing bowl and add breadcrumbs, egg, smoked paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form small balls (about 2 inches in diameter) from the mixture and place on a tray.
  4. Heat olive oil in a grilling pan over medium heat; cook salmon balls for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. For the creamy avocado sauce, mash avocado with cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl until smooth.
  6. Serve warm with the avocado sauce drizzled on top.

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