AVOCADO AND SPINACH EGG SALAD

Creamy avocado, tender spinach, and protein-rich eggs come together in a fresh, filling salad with a bright lemon dressing.

Ingredients

For the Salad

• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1 large ripe avocado, diced
• ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
• ¼ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped

For the Dressing

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon honey, optional

Nut Information

• Nuts: None
• Tree nuts: None
• Peanuts: None
• Nut-free: Yes, as written
• Check packaged Dijon mustard and other ingredients for allergen warnings if needed.

Instructions

1. Boil the Eggs
   Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover, turn off the heat, and let the eggs sit for 10–12 minutes.

Transfer the eggs to an ice-water bath for 5 minutes. Peel and chop them.

2. Prepare the Vegetables
   Wash and dry the spinach. Dice the avocado, chop the red onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the herbs.
3. Make the Dressing
   In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and optional honey.
4. Assemble the Salad
   Place the spinach in a large bowl. Add chopped eggs, avocado, red onion, tomatoes, and parsley or cilantro.
5. Add the Dressing
   Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Be careful not to mash the avocado too much.
6. Serve
   Serve immediately for the freshest texture. Add a little extra lemon juice and black pepper if desired.

Q/S

• Prep time: 10 minutes
• Cooking time: 12 minutes
• Total time: 22 minutes
• Servings: 2
• Serving size: About half the recipe
• Calories: Approximately 350–400 per serving
• Protein: Approximately 15–17 g per serving
• Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day. For best results, add the avocado just before serving.
• Gluten-free: Yes
• Vegetarian: Yes
• Dairy-free: Yes
• Keto-friendly: Yes
• Best served: Fresh and chilled or at room temperature