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Avocado Egg Salad

Avocado Egg Salad
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Avocado Egg Salad is a creamy and nutritious dish combining ripe avocado with protein-packed hard-boiled eggs, fresh lemon juice, and herbs to create a light, flavorful, and healthy meal perfect for lunches, snacks, or picnics.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 4 hard-boiled eggs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Additions

  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • Dash of cayenne pepper or 1 diced jalapeño (for spicy variation)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped celery or toasted nuts (for extra crunch)
  • Alternative herbs like dill, basil, or chives (for herb swap)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Eggs: Start by hard boiling your eggs. Place eggs in a pot, cover with cold water, bring to a boil, then turn off the heat and let them sit covered for 10-12 minutes. Once done, cool them in ice water and peel.
  2. Mash the Avocado: Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl. Mash it with a fork until mostly smooth but still slightly chunky for texture.
  3. Chop and Combine: Chop the hard-boiled eggs roughly and add them to the avocado. Finely dice red onion and herbs, then toss everything together gently.
  4. Season and Mix: Add fresh lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional Greek yogurt or mayo if using. Mix lightly until well combined, adjusting seasoning to taste.
  5. Chill and Serve: For best flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least 20 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Eggs: Fresh eggs peel more easily and have better texture in the salad.
  • Don’t Over-Mash: Keep some chunks of avocado for enjoyable texture contrast.
  • Keep It Green: Add lemon juice immediately to avocado to prevent browning.
  • Chill Before Serving: This helps flavors blend and improves the overall taste experience.
  • Adjust Creaminess: Add mayo or Greek yogurt little by little to reach your favorite consistency.

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