Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh skinless salmon fillets
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 ripe avocado
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Flake the salmon fillets into small pieces in a large bowl.
- Add breadcrumbs, egg, chopped herbs, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until combined.
- Shape the mixture into ~1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until lightly golden and firm.
- While baking, blend avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth for the sauce.
- Serve salmon balls warm with avocado sauce spooned over or on the side.
Notes
- Add cayenne pepper or jalapeño for heat.
- Mix in crumbled feta or shredded cheese for richness.
- Swap dill for cilantro or chives for a different flavor.
- Add finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra moisture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main / Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Healthy / Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 salmon balls with sauce
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
