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Salmon balls with creamy avocado sauce served on white plate with fresh herbs

Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Grilled salmon balls loaded with herbs and served with a creamy avocado cilantro sauce. A healthy, protein-rich dish perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Fresh salmon fillet skin removed
  • 0.25 cup Fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1 Large egg
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Lemon zest
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil for grilling
  • 1 Ripe avocado
  • 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro chopped
  • 0.25 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Large skillet or grill pan

Method
 

  1. Finely chop salmon or pulse in food processor. In a bowl, combine with parsley, cilantro, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. Shape into 2-inch balls (about 12–14 total).
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook salmon balls 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
  4. In a food processor, blend avocado, cilantro, yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Serve salmon balls warm with avocado sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping.

Notes

Use wild-caught salmon for best quality. Adjust texture with breadcrumbs if needed. Sauce can be made spicier with jalapeño. Store separately in airtight containers.