Best 4 Light Avocado Egg Salad Recipes
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our light and refreshing avocado egg salad, a perfect blend of creamy avocado, hard-boiled eggs, and a symphony of flavorful ingredients. This guilt-free salad is a delightful combination of healthy fats, protein, and essential nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a wholesome meal or snack.
Our curated collection of avocado egg salad recipes caters to diverse dietary preferences and culinary styles. From the classic avocado egg salad with its mayonnaise-based dressing to the tangy Greek yogurt avocado egg salad, each recipe offers a unique twist on this timeless dish. Whether you prefer a traditional or a modern approach, our recipes will guide you in creating a delectable avocado egg salad that tantalizes your taste buds.
CREAMY AVOCADO EGG SALAD RECIPE
My go-to avocado egg salad is a delicious, healthier twist on classic egg salad. It is ultra creamy, thanks to rich nutritious avocado and a little Greek yogurt. No mayo involved! And you'll love the bright flavors from fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice. Hard-boiled eggs work best in this recipe, and I share all the tips for how to boil eggs. To serve, make a loaded egg salad sandwich, scoop it onto a bed of greens, spread it onto your morning toast, or eat it by itself!
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Salad
Time 22m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Hard boil the eggs and peel them. Put the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring to a rolling boil (I add about 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt to the water, which helps prevent the eggs from cracking and also helps to peel them). Turn the heat off, cover and allow the eggs to sit in the hot water for 10 to 12 minutes, then drain. Run cold water over your eggs and break the shells off to peel.
- Chop the eggs up and put them in a medium mixing bowl.
- Slice the avocado in half and remove the pit. With a spoon, scoop the avocado flesh out and discard the peels. Chop the avocado and put in the bowl with the eggs. Immediately add the lemon juice on top of the avocado (this will help keep the avocado from turning brown too quickly). Mash the avocado a little bit.
- Add the Greek yogurt, celery, shallot, parsley, and dill. Season with kosher salt, black pepper and a good pinch of red pepper flakes (I am using Aleppo-style pepper). Add a small drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Mix everything well with a spoon or fork. Serve at room temp or cover and chill for later.
- To make this into a sandwich (optional), simply scoop the egg salad onto your favorite bread (I like to add some lettuce and more fresh herbs in my sandwich).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.1 kcal, Carbohydrate 9.1 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 17.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Cholesterol 123.3 mg, Sodium 352.5 mg, Fiber 4.6 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY AVOCADO EGG SALAD
Avocado egg salad takes classic egg salad up a notch. In addition to the avocado, we add a little mayonnaise for moisture, celery for crunch, fresh herbs and a small amount of lemon juice to brighten things up. If you are not a fan of mayonnaise, leave it out completely or substitute with plain yogurt.
Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher
Categories Side Dish, Breakfast
Time 20m
Yield Makes approximately 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mash avocado, mayonnaise, and lemon juice together in a medium bowl. Stir in the eggs, celery, and chives. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. (Egg salad is best eaten the same day as making).
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/2 of the recipe, Calories 295, Protein 14 g, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 2 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 374 mg
AVOCADO EGG SALAD
I made this recipe up when I had an abundance of avocados and wanted something other than guacamole. I shocked myself at how tasty this egg salad was and my honey loved it too!
Provided by ANGELAANDJAKERS
Categories Salad Egg Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mash the eggs with a fork in a mixing bowl to break up. Add the avocado, onion, pickle, mustard, and mayonnaise. Gently smash the ingredients together until blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 216.6 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 188.7 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
AVOCADO-EGG SALAD
This avocado-egg salad is great for lunch. Eat on toasted bread with watercress or greens of choice.
Provided by KNOEL1414
Categories Salad Egg Salad Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place eggs in a medium pot and cover with a few inches of water. Cover and place over high heat. Bring water to a full (but gentle) boil and cook, 10 to 12 minutes.
- Drain water and immediately run cold water over eggs. Transfer eggs to an ice bath and allow to chill for 10 minutes. Refrigerate eggs until ready to use.
- Peel and roughly chop the hard-boiled eggs.
- Add avocado to a mixing bowl with lemon juice, salt, and chipotle powder. Mash, leaving it slightly chunky if desired. Add chopped eggs and stir well to combine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 297.6 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 294.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
Tips:
- Choose ripe avocados: Ripe avocados will have a dark green skin and yield to gentle pressure. Avoid avocados that are too hard or have blemishes.
- Use fresh eggs: Fresh eggs will have a bright orange yolk and a firm white. Avoid eggs that have a watery or runny white.
- Chop the vegetables finely: Finely chopped vegetables will distribute evenly throughout the salad and make it easier to eat.
- Use a light mayonnaise: A light mayonnaise will help to keep the salad light and refreshing.
- Season to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dash of cayenne pepper for a little extra flavor.
Conclusion:
This light avocado egg salad is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional egg salad. It is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. The avocado adds a creamy texture and a boost of healthy fats, while the vegetables add flavor and crunch. This salad is also a good source of protein and fiber. So next time you are looking for a light and refreshing meal, give this avocado egg salad a try.
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