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Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce Recipe

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These Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce offer a healthy and flavorful dinner option featuring tender grilled salmon bites paired with a smooth avocado-cilantro sauce that’s both refreshing and nourishing.

Ingredients

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For the Salmon Balls:

  • 1 lb (450g) fresh salmon fillet (skin removed)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free option)
  • 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)

For the Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce:

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream for a richer texture)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Salmon Mixture Start by finely chopping the salmon fillet or pulse it in a food processor until coarsely minced. In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced salmon, chopped parsley, cilantro, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, smoked paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Stir the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  2. Step 2: Shape the Salmon Balls Once your mixture is ready, take small portions and roll them into balls, approximately 2 inches in diameter. You should have about 12-14 balls depending on size.
  3. Step 3: Grill the Salmon Balls Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Place the salmon balls in the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Once cooked, remove the salmon balls from the pan and set them aside.
  4. Step 4: Prepare the Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce For the creamy avocado sauce, combine the avocado, fresh cilantro, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lime juice to balance the flavor.
  5. Step 5: Serve and Enjoy Serve your grilled salmon balls with the creamy avocado cilantro sauce either drizzled on top or as a dipping sauce on the side. These bites are best enjoyed fresh but can also be refrigerated for leftovers.

Notes

  • Feel free to substitute breadcrumbs with almond flour for a gluten-free version.
  • Use sour cream instead of Greek yogurt for an even creamier texture.

Find it online: https://yumfoodusa.com/salmon-balls-with-creamy-avocado-cilantro-sauce-recipe/