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Baked Salmon Meatballs

Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce Bliss

Baked Salmon Meatballs are a delicious and satisfying dish packed with omega-3 fatty acids, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Salmon canned is fine if well-drained
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs opt for gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese substitute with nutritional yeast for a vegan choice
  • 1 large Egg consider flaxseed meal as a vegan alternative
  • 1/4 cup Parsley can substitute with cilantro
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic or garlic powder works in a pinch
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice lime juice is a suitable alternative
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Creamy Avocado Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt sour cream or non-dairy yogurt can replace
  • 1 ripe Avocado ensure it’s fully ripe for best results
  • to taste Jalapeños optional, for a spicy kick
  • to taste Hot Sauce optional, for a spicy kick

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Blender

Method
 

How to Make Baked Salmon Meatballs
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine all the meatball ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Stir together until just mixed.
  3. Form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place each on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 15-18 minutes until they are firm and cooked through.
  5. Prepare the creamy avocado sauce by blending together the avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and garlic until smooth.
  6. Serve the warm meatballs with the creamy avocado sauce for dipping, garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 3meatballsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle some extra lemon juice over the meatballs for a zesty finish. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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