🍰 Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce 🥑

Savor the heartiness of salmon and the smoothness of avocado in one delightful dish!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- 1 tbsp olive oil for baking
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and finely chopped

For the Avocado Sauce:
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the salmon, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until the ingredients are thoroughly mixed.
2. Shape the mixture into small, round meatballs and arrange them on a greased baking sheet. Lightly drizzle the meatballs with olive oil.
3. Place in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the meatballs are firm and fully cooked.
4. While the meatballs are in the oven, prepare the avocado sauce. In a blender, combine the avocado, sour cream, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
5. Once the meatballs are done, serve them hot and top with a generous amount of the avocado sauce.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: 350 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fiber: 3 g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For an extra crispy exterior, broil the meatballs for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.
- If you prefer a lighter sauce, substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream in the avocado sauce.

⏳ Preparation Time ⏳

Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 15 minutes | Serving: 4 servings