Description
Savory, bite-sized salmon rice balls made with flaked salmon, soft rice, and simple seasonings. These nutritious snacks are toddler-friendly, freezer-friendly, and perfect for quick lunches or meal prep.
Ingredients
1 cup cooked white rice (short grain or sushi rice preferred)
1/2 cup cooked salmon, flaked
1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
1 teaspoon soy sauce (low sodium)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon finely chopped green onions (optional)
Olive oil spray (for baking, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine cooked rice, flaked salmon, Greek yogurt or mayo, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and green onions if using.
- Mix until the mixture holds together well.
- Form 1-inch balls using a small cookie scoop or hands and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly spray the tops with olive oil if desired for a crispier texture.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and warmed through.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Swap salmon with canned tuna or shredded cooked chicken for variety.
Use dairy-free yogurt or skip yogurt entirely for a dairy-free version.
Add finely grated carrots, zucchini, or peas for extra veggies.
Roll in sesame seeds before baking for added flavor and texture.
Add sriracha or chili flakes for a spicier version.
Store in fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat in microwave for 30–45 seconds or oven at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rice ball
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 2.5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
