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Simple & Zesty Mediterranean Avocado Egg Salad

A delightful twist on a classic recipe combining creamy avocados and protein-packed eggs with a tang from Greek yogurt, perfect for lunch, picnics, or as a healthy snack.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 medium ripe avocados
  • 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 4.5 tablespoons finely chopped celery
  • 1.5 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley (or dill)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Fine sea salt (to taste)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Eggs: Gently place the eggs into a saucepan, add water to cover by at least 1 inch, bring to a boil, cover, and let sit off heat for 10-13 minutes.
  2. Cool the Eggs: Transfer hot eggs to an ice water bath for at least 5 minutes to cool.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Halve the avocados, scoop flesh into a bowl, and mash with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil.
  4. Combine Salad: Peel and chop cooled eggs, adding them to the avocado mixture.
  5. Final Touches: Fold in celery, herbs, and cumin; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve immediately on greens, in wraps, or on bread.

Notes

Best consumed within 1-2 days. To prevent browning, add extra lemon juice before storing.

  • Author: jessica-baker
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling and Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 186mg

Keywords: Avocado, Egg Salad, Mediterranean, Healthy, Lunch, Snack, Quick Meal