Description

These Baked Salmon Meatballs are a healthy, flavorful twist on the classic meatball! Made with fresh salmon, breadcrumbs, and fresh herbs, these meatballs are baked to perfection and served with a creamy, zesty avocado sauce. The combination of tender, flaky salmon with the rich avocado sauce makes for a light yet satisfying meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special gathering!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Salmon Meatballs:

1 lb fresh salmon fillet, skin removed and chopped into small pieces
½ cup bread crumbs (or almond flour for low-carb)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)

For the Avocado Sauce:

1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt for a dairy-free option)
1 small garlic clove, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1–2 tablespoons water (for desired consistency)

Instructions

1. Make the Meatballs:

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine the chopped salmon, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, dill, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
Brush the meatballs lightly with olive oil.

2. Bake the Meatballs:

Bake the salmon meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F/63°C).
Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

3. Make the Avocado Sauce:

While the meatballs are baking, prepare the avocado sauce.
In a blender or food processor, combine the avocado, lime juice, Greek yogurt, garlic, salt, and pepper.
Blend until smooth, adding water 1 tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.

4. Serve:

Serve the baked salmon meatballs with a generous drizzle of avocado sauce on top or on the side for dipping.
Garnish with extra fresh parsley or dill if desired.

Notes

Serving Suggestions: These meatballs are great served over zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or a simple green salad.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. The meatballs can also be frozen for up to 1 month.
Add More Veggies: You can mix in finely chopped spinach or zucchini to the meatball mixture for added nutrition.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Healthy, Seafood

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 24g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g

Keywords: Baked Salmon Meatballs, Healthy Meatballs, Avocado Sauce, Salmon Recipes, Gluten-Free Meatballs