Avocado Egg Salad

Avocado Egg Salad
Prep Time5 minsDifficultyBeginnerYields2 ServingsCategory

It takes two to tango, and this duo adds health benefits to any meal

Avocados replace Mayo in this traditional egg salad recipe. They are rich in Vitamin C, E , K and B6, are fueled with fiber that helps maintain a healthy digestion, and are high in a beneficial & healthy fat which is important for every cell in our body, supporting healthy skin and our immune system and which helping maintain healthy cholesterol levels. Combining avocados with egg makes the perfect tango duo, ensuring a spectrum of health benefits in one meal.

 4 hard boiled eggs peeled and chopped
 1 small avocado, mashed with a fork
 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice or lime juice
 1 dash salt and pepper
For extra taste add the following ingredients:
 2 tbsp green onions chopped
 ¼ tsp Dijon mustard
 ¼ tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
1

Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and mix until creamy. Serve on toasted bread, in a tortilla, on a leafy green salad, or with your favorite crackers or tortilla chips.

Extras
2

For extra crunch: Try mixing in chopped celery and/or onion
For added protein: Toss in a few extra eggs, stir in a few tablespoons of hemp seeds, or double up on the cheese.
For a richer flavor: Stir in a tablespoon or two of plain Greek yogurt.
For some extra spice: Add a bit of red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 2

Servings 2


Amount Per Serving
Calories 351
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.3g46%
Saturated Fat 7.4g37%
Cholesterol 372mg124%
Sodium 225mg10%
Potassium 636mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 9.6g4%
Dietary Fiber 6.8g28%
Sugars 1.9g
Protein 14.6g30%

Calcium 5%
Iron 13%
Vitamin D 410%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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