Grilled Salmon Balls
These Grilled Salmon Balls are packed with fresh herbs, zesty lemon, and smoky paprika, then seared until golden and juicy. Served with a velvety avocado cilantro sauce, they’re a flavorful and protein-rich option perfect for a light dinner, party appetizer, or healthy lunch.
Ingredients
For the Salmon Balls:
- 1 lb 450g fresh salmon fillet, skin removed
- ¼ cup fresh parsley finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
- ½ cup breadcrumbs or almond flour for gluten-free
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil for grilling
For the Creamy Avocado Cilantro Sauce:
- 1 ripe avocado
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Finely chop or pulse the salmon in a food processor.
- In a large bowl, mix salmon with herbs, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Shape mixture into 2-inch balls (about 12–14 total).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook salmon balls for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/grilled-salmon-balls/
Notes
You can bake the salmon balls at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes if you prefer.
Substitute dill or chives for parsley if desired.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.