Baked Salmon Meatballs with Avocado Sauce
Delicious, healthy baked salmon meatballs served with a creamy, tangy avocado sauce — perfect for weeknight dinners, appetizers, or meal prep. Packed with omega-3s and healthy fats.
Ingredients
- For the Meatballs: 1 lb fresh salmon or canned, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 1 egg, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp smoked paprika, salt & pepper.
- For the Avocado Sauce: 1 ripe avocado 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 clove garlic (minced), salt & pepper.
Instructions
- 1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2️⃣ Combine meatball ingredients, shape into golf-ball-sized meatballs, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- 3️⃣ Bake 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- 4️⃣ Blend avocado sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- 5️⃣ Serve meatballs with sauce as an appetizer or main dish.
Notes
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
- For extra flavor, add chili flakes or jalapeños.
- Pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.
- For extra flavor, add chili flakes or jalapeños.
- Pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.