Salmon Ball

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A creamy, tangy salmon appetizer coated in toasted pecans and fresh parsley
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This classic Salmon Ball is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for holiday gatherings or cocktail parties. It features a rich, creamy base made from flaked salmon and softened cream cheese, brightened with zesty lemon juice and a hint of spicy horseradish mustard. The mixture is bound together with finely chopped onion for subtle aromatic depth. Once chilled to perfection, the ball is rolled in a crunchy coating of toasted pecans and fresh parsley flakes, offering a delightful contrast in texture against the smooth interior. It’s elegant yet simple to prepare, requiring no cooking other than chilling. Serve with crisp crackers or vegetable sticks for a sophisticated bite that disappears quickly. This recipe is a nostalgic favorite that brings comfort and style to any buffet table.

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Salmon Ball

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 326.2

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This classic Salmon Ball is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for holiday gatherings or cocktail parties. It features a rich, creamy base made from flaked salmon and softened cream cheese, brightened with zesty lemon juice and a hint of spicy horseradish mustard. The mixture is bound together with finely chopped onion for subtle aromatic depth. Once chilled to perfection, the ball is rolled in a crunchy coating of toasted pecans and fresh parsley flakes, offering a delightful contrast in texture against the smooth interior. It&# 226;ÂÂs elegant yet simple to prepare, requiring no cooking other than chilling. Serve with crisp crackers or vegetable sticks for a sophisticated bite that disappears quickly. This recipe is a nostalgic favorite that brings comfort and style to any buffet table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained salmon, softened cream cheese, chopped onion, salt, lemon juice, and horseradish mustard.
  2. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Place a sheet of wax paper or plastic wrap on a clean work surface.
  4. Transfer the salmon mixture onto the wax paper and shape it into a tight, compact ball.
  5. Wrap the ball tightly in the wax paper and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to firm up.
  6. While the ball chills, crush 1/2 cup of pecans and mix with 3 tablespoons of parsley flakes in a shallow dish.
  7. Remove the chilled salmon ball from the refrigerator and unwrap it.
  8. Roll the ball gently in the pecan and parsley mixture until evenly coated.
  9. Serve chilled with crackers or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 326.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.9g36%
Saturated Fat 8.2g41%
Cholesterol 84.5mg29%
Sodium 2587.0mg108%
Total Carbohydrate 1.5g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 0.7g
Protein 25.4g51%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.

If the mixture is too sticky to handle, chill it for an additional 15 minutes before shaping.

For a stronger flavor, toast the pecans lightly before crushing them.

The salmon ball can be made up to 24 hours in advance. Keep covered and refrigerated until serving.

If you prefer a milder taste, reduce the amount of horseradish mustard or use regular yellow mustard.

Keywords: salmon, appetizer, cream cheese, party food, cold dish, horseradish, mustard, lemon, pecans, parsley, onion, chilled, snack, holiday, easy, savory, seafood, ball, no-bake
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