Description
Creamy avocado & spinach egg salad delivers Mediterranean-inspired comfort with robust flavors and nutritious ingredients. Green and protein-packed, this simple dish invites you to savor each refreshing bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
Dressing and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 grams) black pepper
Optional Ingredients:
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 grams) garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) chopped chives
Instructions
- Place eggs in a pot of cold water, ensuring they are fully submerged. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
- Transfer eggs to an ice bath to halt cooking process and prevent discoloration. Allow to cool completely for 5-7 minutes.
- Carefully peel eggs under running water, then dice into small, uniform pieces.
- Slice ripe avocado in half, remove pit, and scoop flesh into a mixing bowl. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Mash avocado with a fork until smooth and creamy, creating a rich base for the salad.
- Finely chop fresh spinach leaves and add to the avocado mixture.
- Incorporate Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and cracked black pepper. Stir until ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Gently fold chopped eggs into the creamy mixture, ensuring even distribution without crushing the egg pieces.
- Sprinkle finely chopped chives on top for a burst of fresh flavor and elegant presentation.
- Serve immediately at room temperature or chill in refrigerator for up to 48 hours to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Swap Greek yogurt with vegan alternatives like silken tofu or cashew cream for a dairy-free version.
- Enhance protein content by adding cooked quinoa or chickpeas to create a more substantial meal.
- Use fresh herbs like dill or parsley instead of chives for a different flavor profile and added nutritional boost.
- Prevent avocado browning by adding extra lemon juice and storing in an airtight container with plastic wrap directly touching the surface.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 280 mg