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Creamy Avocado Egg Protein Salad with 25g Protein

Avocado Egg Protein Salad
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A healthy and protein-packed avocado egg salad with fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 large ripe avocado, sliced
  • 4 cups green leaf lettuce or kale lettuce leaves
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4 oz white cheddar cheese, sliced into strips
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil.
  2. Carefully add the eggs and cook for 8–9 minutes for jammy yolks, or 10–11 minutes for firmer yolks.
  3. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and let them cool for 3–5 minutes.
  4. Peel the eggs, then slice each egg in half.
  5. Wash and dry the lettuce leaves, then arrange them on serving plates.
  6. Fan the avocado slices over the lettuce.
  7. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to one side of the plate.
  8. Arrange the white cheddar cheese strips beside the avocado and tomatoes.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes if using.
  10. Drizzle the dressing lightly over the salad.
  11. Top the eggs and avocado with extra black pepper.
  12. Serve immediately while the lettuce is crisp and the eggs are fresh.

Notes

  • Best served fresh for optimal texture.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Use chilled eggs for easier peeling.

Nutrition

Keywords: Avocado Egg Salad, Healthy Lunch Salad, Low Carb Salad, Boiled Egg Salad, Cherry Tomato Salad

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