Description
This Keto Avocado Egg Salad is a creamy, flavorful, and healthy dish perfect for a quick meal or snack. Combining the richness of ripe avocados with protein-packed hard-boiled eggs and a tangy, homemade dressing, this salad is easy to prepare, low in carbs, and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
- 2 ripe avocados, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Paprika, for garnish (optional)
Dressing
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine eggs and avocado: In a large bowl, gently mix the chopped hard-boiled eggs with the diced ripe avocados, taking care not to mash the avocado too much to maintain texture.
- Prepare dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and well combined, creating a tangy and creamy dressing.
- Add dressing to salad: Pour the prepared dressing evenly over the egg and avocado mixture in the large bowl.
- Add onion and parsley: Incorporate the finely chopped red onion and fresh parsley into the bowl with the other ingredients to add crunch and freshness.
- Mix gently: Fold all the ingredients together carefully until everything is evenly coated with the dressing, ensuring all flavors are well integrated without breaking down the avocado.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting according to your preference to enhance the flavors.
- Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle paprika over the top for an extra touch of color and a mild smoky flavor.
- Serve or refrigerate: Serve the salad immediately for the best texture and flavor, or cover and refrigerate until ready to eat. It can be enjoyed chilled within a day or two.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid a mushy texture.
- Hard-boil eggs by boiling them for 9-12 minutes for the perfect yolk consistency.
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter option, but this will affect the creamy texture.
- This salad is best consumed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
- For added crunch, consider topping with chopped celery or nuts like walnuts.
