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Golden salmon balls served with a swirl of creamy avocado sauce, garnished with fresh herbs and lime wedges.

Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce Recipe – Healthy Salmon Bites with Tangy Avocado Dip

These Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce are a flavorful and nutritious twist on classic fish cakes. Made with flaky cooked salmon, herbs, breadcrumbs, and a hint of lemon zest, they’re pan-seared to golden perfection. The creamy avocado sauce—blended with lime juice, garlic, and Greek yogurt—adds a cool, tangy contrast that elevates every bite. Perfect for meal prep, appetizers, or light dinners, these salmon balls are gluten-free adaptable and packed with Omega-3s. Serve with a side salad or grain bowl for a complete, wholesome meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
Cuisine Fusion, Latin American, Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings (about 12–16 salmon balls)
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet or skillet or air fryer
  • Blender or food processor
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Spoon or scoop for shaping

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Balls:

  • 1 lb fresh salmon (or 2 cans, drained and flaked)
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs or almond flour
  • 2 tbsp chopped parsley
  • 1 tbsp chopped dill
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tbsp finely chopped onion
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1 tsp soy sauce, ½ tsp chili flakes

For the Avocado Sauce:

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the salmon: Flake cooked salmon or drain canned salmon. Place in a mixing bowl.
  • Mix ingredients: Add egg, breadcrumbs (or almond flour), herbs, garlic, onion, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
  • Chill mixture: Cover and refrigerate for 15–30 minutes.
  • Shape balls: Form into 1.5-inch balls using a scoop or hands.
  • Cook:
    Bake: 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway.
    Pan-fry: Medium heat, 8–10 minutes, turning to brown all sides.
    Air-fry: 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.
  • Make sauce: Blend avocado, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, olive oil, and optional add-ins until smooth.
  • Serve: Plate salmon balls warm with sauce drizzled or served on the side.

Notes

  • Chill the mixture before shaping to prevent crumbling.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan—cook in batches for even browning.
  • Make it spicy with sriracha or chili flakes.
  • Use almond flour for a gluten-free, low-carb version.
  • Store sauce separately to maintain freshness.
  • Freeze uncooked balls for easy future meals—bake straight from frozen.
Keyword avocado sauce, gluten-free option, healthy appetizer, low carb, meal prep, omega-3, Salmon balls