Gluten-Free Savory Fish Meatballs
Dive into the flavorful world of Gluten-Free Savory Fish Meatballs, a wholesome and protein-packed dish perfect for seafood lovers seeking a wheat-free option! Made with tender skinless fish fillets, aromatic fresh herbs like parsley and dill, zesty lemon, and gluten-free breadcrumbs, these meatballs are crafted to be both nutritious and bursting with savory flavor. The recipe combines simple food processor prep with a quick skillet cook time for golden, juicy meatballs ready in just 35 minutes. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce or serve over crisp salad greens for a light yet satisfying meal. This gluten-free fish meatball recipe is versatile, easy to make, and perfectly suited for healthy weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Skinless fish fillets
- 50 grams Gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Place the fish fillets in a food processor and pulse until finely minced.
In a large mixing bowl, combine minced fish, gluten-free breadcrumbs, and a beaten egg.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and dill, then add them to the fish mixture.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl along with the lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
Add the fish meatballs to the skillet in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook meatballs for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown on all sides and cooked through.
Remove the meatballs from the skillet and drain on a paper towel if necessary.
Serve immediately with your choice of sauce or over a bed of salad greens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1151 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.9 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.9 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 494 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 3144 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 120.8 g | 242% | |
| Vitamin D | 26.3 mcg | 132% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1725 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
