Description
Keto avocado egg salad merges creamy textures with protein-packed goodness for a low-carb lunch sensation. Healthy ingredients blend seamlessly, promising satisfying flavors that nourish without compromise while keeping wellness goals within delicious reach.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 6 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
Base and Creamy Components:
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Transform ripe avocados into a creamy base by mashing them thoroughly with fresh lemon juice, creating a smooth foundation for the egg salad.
- Incorporate tangy mayonnaise, zesty Dijon mustard, aromatic garlic powder, and smoky paprika into the avocado mixture, whisking until the ingredients form a harmonious blend.
- Delicately introduce chopped hard-boiled eggs into the creamy mixture, gently folding to maintain the eggs’ integrity while ensuring even distribution.
- Enhance the flavor profile by seasoning with salt and pepper, tasting and adjusting to achieve the perfect balance of savory notes.
- Fine-tune the consistency by adding additional mayonnaise if the salad appears too dense, creating a light and spreadable texture.
- Elevate the presentation and add a burst of freshness by generously garnishing with finely chopped chives or parsley, providing a vibrant visual and aromatic finish.
- Serve immediately to preserve the salad’s optimal temperature and texture, making it an ideal low-carb, keto-friendly meal or side dish.
Notes
- Choose ripe, soft avocados for the creamiest texture, ensuring they yield slightly when gently pressed.
- Mash avocados just before mixing to prevent browning and maintain vibrant green color.
- Use fresh eggs at room temperature for easier peeling and more even cooking when hard-boiling.
- Swap mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, protein-packed version that keeps the keto-friendly profile.
- Add crispy bacon bits or diced pickles for extra crunch and flavor complexity without increasing carbs.
- Store in an airtight container with plastic wrap directly touching the surface to prevent oxidation and browning.
- Perfect as a quick meal prep option, lasting 1-2 days in the refrigerator when properly sealed.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 370mg