Baked Salmon Meatballs with Avocado Crema
These high protein salmon balls are quick and easy to make with basic pantry staples, budget-friendly, and perfect for the whole family.
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes minutes
Course: Appetizer, dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean, Seafood
Diet: Low Calorie, Low Fat
Keyword: air fryer, baked, healthy, high protein, Meatballs, quick, Salmon
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 213kcal
Author: Nick Quintero
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb skinless salmon cut into chunks
- ½ onion grated
- ¼ cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 cup watercress finely chopped
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground oregano
For the Avocado Crema:
- 1 ea avocado
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt plain
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 ea garlic clove minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon water adjust for desired consistency
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Oven Method (Best for Meal Prep)
Preheat the Oven – Set your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Prepare the Salmon – Place the salmon chunks in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Mix the Ingredients – Add the grated onion, breadcrumbs, watercress, egg white, garlic, and seasonings. Mix everything until well combined.
Form the Meatballs – Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake – Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the meatballs are firm and cooked through.
Make the Avocado Crema – While the meatballs bake, blend all the crema ingredients until smooth.
Serve & Enjoy – Drizzle with the avocado crema and serve over rice, salad, or roasted veggies.
Serving: 1meal | Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 824mg | Potassium: 676mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 449IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 2mg