Go Back
–+ servings
Salmon Balls Avocado Sauce

Savory Salmon Balls with Creamy Avocado Sauce Explosion

Healthy Salmon Balls Avocado Sauce are a protein-packed delight served with creamy avocado sauce, perfect for appetizers or light meals.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon Balls
  • 1 lb Salmon Fillet fresh, skinless, and boneless
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs substitute with regular breadcrumbs if needed
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill or substitute with parsley or tarragon
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard yellow mustard works as an alternative
  • 1 large Egg or use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for cooking
For the Avocado Sauce
  • 2 ripe Avocados
  • 1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
  • 1 clove Garlic freshly minced
  • 2-3 tablespoons Water adjust for consistency
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional, adjust to taste
For Garnishing
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Dill Sprigs
  • 2 wedges Lemon Wedges
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes for those who enjoy a spicy kick

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • food processor
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, gently mix together the chopped salmon, panko breadcrumbs, finely diced red onion, fresh dill, Dijon mustard, egg, lemon juice and zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Use your hands or a spatula to ensure everything is evenly combined without overmixing.
  3. Form 1-inch balls from the mixture, yielding about 12–15 salmon balls.
  4. Place the balls on a parchment-lined plate with space between each.
  5. Chill the salmon balls in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes (optional).
  6. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and gently add the chilled salmon balls.
  7. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Transfer the cooked salmon balls onto paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
  9. In a food processor, blend avocados, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, minced garlic, and a splash of water until smooth.
  10. Adjust the sauce consistency with more water if needed.
  11. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
  12. Serve warm salmon balls with avocado sauce for dipping.
  13. Optional: Garnish with fresh dill sprigs, lemon wedges, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Refrigerate avocado sauce separately to maintain freshness. Adjust seasoning in sauce to personal preference.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!