Salmon Balls with Fresh Tomato Salsa Recipe

Name: Salmon Balls with Fresh Tomato Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large ripe beefsteak tomatoes, seeded, peeled and diced; 3 green onions, chopped; 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced (optional); 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp red wine vinegar; 1 tsp chopped fresh basil; 1 lb fresh salmon fillet, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (ask fishmonger to remove skin); 2 egg whites, lightly beaten; 3/4 cup breadcrumbs; 3 tbsp golden raisins; 3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley; 2 tbsp Parmesan; 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper; 2 tsp olive oil; 6 cups arugula, torn into bite-sized pieces

Servings: persons

2 large ripe beefsteak tomatoes, seeded, peeled and diced
3 green onions, chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced (optional)
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp chopped fresh basil
1 lb fresh salmon fillet, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (ask fishmonger to remove skin)
2 egg whites, lightly beaten
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
3 tbsp golden raisins
3 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp Parmesan
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
2 tsp olive oil
6 cups arugula, torn into bite-sized pieces

1
For tomato salsa, combine everything in a bowl.
2
Season with pepper.
3
Cover and set aside.
4
(Don't add salt yet; it pulls flavor from tomatoes.)
5
For salmon balls, combine all ingredients except oil and arugula in a bowl.
6
Mix well.
7
Form walnut-sized balls (about 16); set aside.
8
In large nonstick frying pan, heat oil over medium heat.
9
Add balls and cook 4 to 6 minutes, turning to brown all sides.
10
Divide arugula among 4 plates.
11
Place 4 balls in center of each and serve with salsa.
12
Sprinkle with salt.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large ripe beefsteak tomatoes, seeded, peeled and diced, 3 green onions, chopped, 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced (optional), 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Salmon Balls with Fresh Tomato Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salmon Balls with Fresh Tomato Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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