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Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce


  • Author: Emily Walker
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4

Description

Crispy on the outside, tender inside—these salmon balls are a flavor-packed twist on traditional fish cakes. Paired with a zesty avocado sauce, they make a satisfying appetizer, protein-rich snack, or light meal. Time to roll up your sleeves and roll out something delicious!


Ingredients

For the Salmon Balls:
• 1 lb fresh or canned salmon, drained & flaked
• ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko preferred)
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Olive or avocado oil, for frying

For the Creamy Avocado Sauce:
• 1 ripe avocado
• 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste


Instructions

In a bowl, mix salmon, breadcrumbs, egg, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Form into 1-inch balls.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry salmon balls until golden and cooked through, about 3–4 minutes per side.

For the sauce: Blend avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.

Serve salmon balls warm with a side of creamy avocado sauce.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300 per serving
  • Fat: 18g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 10g per serving
  • Fiber: 3g per serving
  • Protein: 22g per serving