Creamy Dreamy Avocado Egg Salad Reinvented
Forget what you think you know about egg salad! I've always had a somewhat distant relationship with egg salad, only craving it every few years. But this time, it’s different – it's a game-changer. The secret? Replacing mayonnaise with mashed avocado.
I know, I know, mayo has its place, but the internet has spoken, and the combo of avocado and eggs is everywhere. So, I finally jumped on the bandwagon. And, oh boy, am I glad I did!
The Magic of Avocado
The result? A silky-smooth, creamy-dreamy egg salad that's far from your traditional version. It’s not just good; it’s seriously next-level. The avocado creates a richness you wouldn’t believe, and it’s all without any of the mayo guilt.
Flavor Boost
To make it truly pop, I went a little wild with lemon juice and dill. Lemon brings a refreshing zing, and dill? Well, dill tastes like pure summer to me, so naturally, I added plenty! This isn't your grandma’s egg salad.
Everything Bagel Bliss
Now, let’s talk about everything bagels. These unsung heroes of the food world go with everything. They are everything! The salty, crunchy goodness of an everything bagel paired with the creamy, mild avocado egg salad is an experience. It's the foundation of my summer lunches.
And the best part? It's a healthy powerhouse thanks to the eggs and avocado. It’s basically a health food indulgence.
My Summer Goal
This summer, my goal is simple: create recipes that are truly worth sharing. Recipes that you can trust and make time and time again. This avocado egg salad is one of those.
What You Need
- Ripe avocados
- Perfectly hard-boiled eggs
- Fresh dill (or cilantro, if you're feeling bold!)
- Lemon juice
- Salt
- An everything bagel
How To Make It
- Hard boil and chop the eggs.
- Mash the avocados in a bowl.
- Mix the eggs, mashed avocado, herbs, lemon juice, and salt.
- Serve immediately on a toasted everything bagel, or chill to enjoy cold.
Recipe Card
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Yields: 5 servings (½ cup each)
Ingredients:
- 2 avocados
- 8 eggs
- Handful of dill and parsley
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Pinch of salt
- Drizzle of olive oil (optional)
Instructions:
- Hard boil the eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with water, bring to a boil, turn off heat, and let rest for 8-10 minutes. Then cool under cold water, peel, and chop.
- Mash the avocados: In a bowl, mash avocados until mostly smooth.
- Mix: Combine eggs, mashed avocados, herbs, lemon juice, salt, and olive oil (if using). Mix well.
- Serve: Serve immediately on an everything bagel or refrigerate for later.
Notes:
- Taste and adjust as you go. Add more lemon and dill to your preference!
- This salad is heavenly on a toasted everything bagel. Truly a must-try combination!
Final Thoughts
Avocado, eggs, dill (you want it!), lemon juice, salt, and an everything bagel – that’s all you need to create an easy and delicious summer meal. The world is your oyster (or your bagel, rather).
Enjoy this updated version of a classic and let me know how you like it!