Keto Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce

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These Keto Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce have a tender texture and savory flavor. We prepare these creamy meatballs with fresh salmon, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, egg, garlic, parsley, dill, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, olive oil, and simple seasonings. These creamy meatballs contain approximately 395 calories and only 4 g net carbs. These creamy meatballs take about 40 minutes. These Keto Baked Salmon Meatballs with Creamy Avocado Sauce are ideal for lunch, dinner, meal prep, family meals, casual gatherings, or healthy entertaining. The cooked salmon meatballs can be refrigerated for 4 days or frozen for 3 months, while the avocado sauce stays fresh in the refrigerator for 1–2 days. You can serve these creamy meatballs with Garlic Butter Asparagus, Cauliflower Rice, Roasted Broccoli, Greek Salad, or Creamed Spinach.

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STATS:

  • Course: Main Course
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Calories: 395 Kcal
  • Diet: Keto
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Cuisine: American
  • Servings: 4
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Serving Size: 5 meatballs
  • Cooking Method: Baked

TOOLS:

  • Bowl
  • Sheet
  • Cutting board
  • Baking paper
  • Knife
  • Blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons

INGREDIENTS:

SALMON MEATBALLS:

  • 1½ pounds salmon
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup almond flour
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons parsley
  • 1 tablespoon dill
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • One-fourth tsp. black pepper
  • Dijon mustard, one tbsp.
  • One tsp. onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

CREAMY AVOCADO SAUCE:

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • Two tbsp. of sour cream
  • Pepper
  • Lime juice, two tbsp.
  • One tbsp. olive oil
  • One garlic clove
  • Two tbsp. cilantro
  • Salt
  • Two tbsp. water

INGREDIENT NOTES & THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:

SALMON:

  • We use fresh salmon because it provides tender texture, rich flavor, and healthy omega-3 fats. As a substitute, you can use trout, Arctic char, or steelhead salmon.

ALMOND FLOUR:

  • We utilize almond flour to keep the meatballs low in carbs while helping them hold their shape. As an alternative, you can use crushed pork rinds, sunflower seed flour, or half the amount of coconut flour.

EGG:

  • Egg acts as a binder and keeps the meatballs moist. As a replacement, you can use a flax egg or chia egg.

GARLIC:

  • Fresh garlic provides a bold, savory flavor and aroma. Instead, you can use garlic powder, roasted garlic, or shallots.

DILL:

  • We use fresh dill because it pairs perfectly with salmon and adds a light herbal flavor. Instead, you can use chives, oregano, or fresh thyme.

DIJON MUSTARD:

  • Dijon mustard enhances the flavor with a mild tanginess.

OLIVE OIL:

  • Olive oil keeps the meatballs moist and adds healthy fats. You can replace it with avocado oil, melted butter, or ghee.

AVOCADOS:

  • We use ripe avocados to create a creamy, smooth, and nutritious sauce. As an alternative, you can use mashed avocado with sour cream or guacamole.

MAYONNAISE:

  • Mayonnaise gives the avocado sauce a rich and creamy texture. Instead, you can use full-fat Greek yogurt, sour cream, or cream cheese.

LIME JUICE:

  • Lime juice adds freshness and balances the richness of the avocado. You can replace it with lemon juice or a small amount of apple cider vinegar.

CILANTRO:

  • Cilantro gives the sauce a fresh herbal flavor. Instead, you can use parsley, basil, or fresh chives.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, warm the oven to 400°F and cover the tray with baking paper.
  2. Mix chopped salmon, egg, Parmesan, almond flour, parsley, dill, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, onion powder, salt, paprika, pepper, & olive oil in the large bowl.
  3. Make 20 meatballs of the mixture and put them on the tray to bake for 20 minutes.
  4. Blend the avocado, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, cilantro, and pepper.
  5. Include water to adjust the consistency and serve.

TIPS:

  • Cold salmon gets chopped easily and gives better results.
  • Avoid overmixing the meatball mixture to keep them fresh and tasty.
  • Garnish the dish with fresh dill and lemon wedges for better taste.
  • Shape the meatballs with wet hands for better texture.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Put the meatballs in a closed box and stock them for only three days. Refrigerate the avocado sauce individually for more than two days.

FREEZER:

  • Store the cooked meatballs for longer than ninety days.

FAQs:

May we prepare these creamy meatballs by air-frying?

  • Yes, you can air-fry these creamy meatballs for almost twelve minutes at 190°Celcius.

Will we prepare these creamy meatballs beforehand?

  • Yes, you can refrigerate these creamy meatballs 1 day earlier.

Which could we utilize as an alternative to sauce?

  • Yes, you can use keto ranch dressing, garlic butter, or pesto.

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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

Calories: 395 Kcal

Sodium: 540 mg

Overall Carbs: 9 g

Protein: 31 g

Fiber: 5 g

Net Carbs: 4 g

Fat: 29 g

Sugar: 1 g

Portion Size: 5 salmon meatballs