Healthy Avocado Egg Salad
A nutritious and creamy salad made with ripe avocados and hard-boiled eggs, packed with healthy fats and proteins for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 2 units ripe avocados Choose just ripe for best texture.
- 4 units hard-boiled eggs Cooked and peeled.
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Can substitute with parsley if desired.
- 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice Add to taste.
- to taste Salt and pepper Used for seasoning.
Optional Add-ins
- 1 cup diced tomatoes For added freshness.
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers For crunch.
- to taste hot sauce For a spicy kick.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by boiling the eggs. Place them in a pot of cold water, bring it to a boil, and then let them simmer for about 9-12 minutes. Once done, immerse them in cold water to stop the cooking process.
- While the eggs are boiling, scoop out the avocados into a large bowl. Use a fork to mash them to your desired creaminess.
- Peel the hard-boiled eggs and chop them into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the bowl with mashed avocado.
- Fold in the finely chopped red onion, cilantro, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Taste your salad and adjust the seasoning or add more lemon juice according to your preference.
- Enjoy it on whole-grain toast, in lettuce wraps, or straight from the bowl.
Notes
For the best flavor, use ingredients at room temperature. Avoid overmixing to retain a pleasing texture. Experiment with spices like cumin or smoked paprika for a unique twist.