Salmon Meatballs Avocado (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Meatballs Base

01 - 1 pound raw salmon fillet, diced into tiny pieces
02 - 1 large egg, gently whisked
03 - ½ cup flavored breadcrumbs

→ Meatballs Seasonings

04 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, minced fine
05 - 1 teaspoon powder from dried garlic
06 - ½ teaspoon sweet red pepper powder
07 - Ocean salt and cracked black pepper as needed
08 - 1 tablespoon good oil from olives for light coating

→ Creamy Avocado Sauce

09 - 1 large soft avocado
10 - ¼ cup tangy sour cream
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh juice from lemon
12 - 1 small garlic clove, crushed fine
13 - A pinch of salt and ground pepper to your liking

# Instructions:

01 - Turn your oven up to 375°F (190°C) and let it warm up. Grab your baking tray and brush it with a bit of oil or spray to stop sticking.
02 - Toss your chopped salmon in a large bowl with the egg, breadcrumbs, and all the flavors - the parsley, garlic stuff, red pepper powder, and some salt and pepper. Use your fingers to squish it all together until it sticks well.
03 - With clean hands, grab small chunks and roll them into little round balls - about a spoonful each should do it. Put them on your oiled tray with space between each one.
04 - Splash a tiny bit of olive oil over the tops and stick them in the hot oven for 12-15 minutes. They're done when they feel firm and reach 145°F (63°C) inside.
05 - While they're cooking, throw the soft avocado flesh, sour cream, lemon juice, crushed garlic and a bit of salt and pepper in your blender. Zap it till it's smooth and creamy. Taste it and add more flavor if needed.
06 - Let your salmon balls cool a minute or two, then put them on a plate with plenty of the green sauce. Add some fresh parsley on top and maybe some lemon pieces on the side for extra zing.

# Notes:

01 - These tasty salmon bites work great at parties or can be your main meal with a side salad.
02 - You can fix the green sauce up to 2 hours before serving - just press plastic wrap right onto its surface so it doesn't turn brown.