Baked Salmon Meatballs with Avocado Sauce (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Meatballs

01 - 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed and finely chopped
02 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
03 - 1 egg, lightly beaten
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
07 - Salt and pepper to taste
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil (for baking)

→ Avocado Sauce

09 - 1 ripe avocado
10 - 1/4 cup sour cream
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - 1 clove garlic, minced
13 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet with a little olive oil or nonstick spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped salmon, breadcrumbs, beaten egg, fresh parsley, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.
03 - Form the salmon mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a tablespoon, and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 12-15 minutes, until firm and internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
04 - While the meatballs are baking, prepare the avocado sauce by blending together the ripe avocado, sour cream, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
05 - Serve the warm salmon meatballs with a generous drizzle of the tangy avocado sauce. Garnish with extra parsley if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Can be served as appetizers or main course
02 - Light and healthy alternative to traditional meatballs