Description
Creamy keto avocado egg salad delivers a protein-packed punch of flavor without carb overload. Smooth avocado blends perfectly with chopped eggs, creating a low-carb lunch option that satisfies you with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- 6 large hard-boiled eggs (peeled and chopped)
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 ml) garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 ml) paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Avocado Preparation: Thoroughly mash ripe avocados in a medium mixing bowl, incorporating lemon juice until achieving a smooth or slightly textured consistency.
- Flavor Infusion: Blend mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and paprika into the avocado mixture, ensuring comprehensive integration of seasonings.
- Egg Incorporation: Delicately fold chopped hard-boiled eggs into the creamy base, seasoning with salt and pepper to elevate the overall taste profile.
- Final Touches: Enhance the dish by sprinkling freshly chopped chives or parsley, creating a vibrant and aromatic garnish that adds visual appeal and herbaceous notes.
- Serving Recommendation: Enjoy immediately as a keto-friendly protein-rich salad, perfect for a quick, nutritious meal or elegant appetizer.
Notes
- Lemon juice helps prevent avocado from oxidizing, keeping the salad fresh and green for longer periods.
- Adjust mashing technique based on preference – completely smooth for creamy consistency or slightly chunky for more texture.
- Hard-boil eggs perfectly by placing them in cold water, bringing to boil, then removing from heat and letting sit covered for exactly 10-12 minutes.
- Serve on lettuce wraps, cucumber slices, or with pork rinds for additional keto-friendly options instead of traditional bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg