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Crispy Baked Salmon Meatballs Recipe with Creamy Avocado Sauce

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These crispy baked salmon meatballs are golden and tender inside, paired with a creamy avocado sauce that adds a fresh, rich flavor. Perfect for a quick, satisfying meal with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh salmon fillet, skin removed and finely chopped
  • ½ cup small-curd cottage cheese
  • ¾ cup plain breadcrumbs (preferably Panko)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • Olive oil spray or a little oil for brushing the baking sheet
  • 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
  • ¼ cup Greek yogurt (can substitute dairy-free yogurt)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Water (a splash) to thin sauce if needed

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and lightly spray or brush with olive oil.
  2. Remove skin from salmon and finely chop into ¼ inch pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, combine chopped salmon, cottage cheese, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture per meatball and roll gently between palms to form uniform balls. Place evenly spaced on prepared baking sheet (about 18-20 meatballs).
  5. Bake for 15-18 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy outside and cooked through (internal temperature 145°F/63°C).
  6. While baking, prepare avocado sauce by blending avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth. Add water if needed to thin.
  7. Serve meatballs warm with a generous dollop of creamy avocado sauce on the side or drizzled on top. Add a squeeze of fresh lime before serving.

Notes

If meatball mixture is too wet, add more breadcrumbs tablespoon by tablespoon. If too dry, add a spoonful of Greek yogurt or a splash of olive oil. Do not overmix to keep meatballs tender. For best crispiness, do not crowd the baking sheet. Avocado sauce keeps well refrigerated for 1-2 days but is best fresh. Can pan-fry meatballs as an alternative cooking method.

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