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Avocado Egg Salad

Creamy Avocado Egg Salad That's Light and Refreshing

This Avocado Egg Salad is a creamy and refreshing dish packed with healthy fats and vibrant flavors, perfect for a light lunch or snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium Ripe Avocados Adds creaminess and healthy fats
  • 4 large Hard Boiled Eggs Provides protein and structure
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Adds sharpness and crunch
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Binds the ingredients together
  • 2 tablespoons Chives Offers a mild onion flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Enhances flavor and color
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens and balances the flavors
  • to taste spices Kosher Salt Essential for seasoning
  • to taste spices Ground Black Pepper Essential for seasoning
For Serving
  • 4 leaves Lettuce Leaves Adds crunch and freshness

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • fork
  • Ice Bath Container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil the eggs by placing them in a saucepan, covering with water, bringing to a boil, then reducing heat and simmering for 10-12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to cool.
  2. Prepare the avocados by cutting them in half, removing the pit, and mashing the flesh in a mixing bowl.
  3. Once the eggs are cool, chop them into bite-sized pieces and add to the mashed avocado.
  4. Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl, then mix in mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chives, and parsley.
  5. Taste your salad and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve immediately in lettuce wraps or on toasted bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy this salad fresh; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Add extra lemon juice to prevent browning.

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