Broccoli and Salmon Meatballs

Broccoli and salmon meatballs can be a healthy and balanced dish, combining the delicate flavor of fish with the fiber and vitamins of broccoli. Here’s how to prepare delicious broccoli and salmon meatballs, with an Italian touch.

Ingredients

• 300 g fresh salmon
• 300 g broccoli
• 1 egg
• 50 g breadcrumbs
• 30 g grated Parmesan
• 1 garlic clove
• Chopped parsley to taste
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil to taste

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the broccoli: divide the broccoli into florets and boil them in lightly salted water until tender but still al dente. After cooking, drain them well and let them cool.

2. Meanwhile, cook the salmon. You can steam it, bake it, or pan-fry it with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, making sure it stays moist and not too dry.

3. Once cooked, let the salmon cool, then flake it with your hands or a fork until reduced to small pieces.

4. In a large bowl, combine the broccoli, flaked salmon, Parmesan, one egg, breadcrumbs, finely chopped garlic (if desired), parsley, salt, and pepper to taste.

5. Mix all ingredients well until you obtain a homogeneous mixture, then form meatballs of the desired size by rolling them between your hands.

6. Heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil in a non-stick pan and cook the broccoli and salmon meatballs until golden and crispy on all sides.

7. Drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving your meatballs hot.

Optional: If you prefer a lighter cooking method, arrange the meatballs on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake in a preheated oven at 200 °C for about 15-20 minutes or until golden.

Trivia

These meatballs are perfect served as an appetizer or main course and offer a different, tasty way to include fish and vegetables in your diet. The mix of flavors between salmon and broccoli is enriched by Parmesan, creating a dish with both rustic and refined notes.