Salmon Balls with Avocado Sauce
These salmon balls offer a nutritious and flavorful seafood appetizer, enhanced by a creamy avocado sauce that adds a fresh, tangy twist packed with omega-3 and herbs.
Equipment
- 1 food processor
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillet skin removed
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or almond flour for gluten-free
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil for grilling
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pulse the fresh salmon fillet in a food processor until coarsely minced.
- In a mixing bowl, combine salmon, parsley, cilantro, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, smoked paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Form the mixture into 12-14 balls, about 2 inches in diameter.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the salmon balls for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a food processor, blend avocado, cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve the salmon balls with the creamy avocado sauce drizzled or scooped over them.
Notes
- Best served fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated.
- Form balls just before grilling for best texture.