🥑 Avocado & Spinach Egg Salad
A Nutritious and Creamy Mediterranean Delight
✨ Description
This avocado and spinach egg salad is rich, creamy without mayo, loaded with protein, healthy fats, and iron-rich greens. It’s light yet filling, perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a quick dinner — and ideal for weight loss, clean eating, and Mediterranean lifestyles.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
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4 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
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1 ripe avocado, mashed
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2 cups fresh spinach, finely chopped
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Juice of ½ lemon
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1 small garlic clove, grated or minced
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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½ tsp dried oregano
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Optional: pinch of chili flakes or paprika
👩🍳 Instructions
🔹 Step 1: Prepare Eggs
Boil eggs for 9–10 minutes, cool, peel, and chop.
🔹 Step 2: Creamy Avocado Base
In a bowl, mash avocado with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, pepper, and oregano until smooth.
🔹 Step 3: Combine
Gently fold in chopped eggs and spinach until well coated and creamy.
🔹 Step 4: Rest & Serve
Let sit for 5 minutes so flavors blend. Serve fresh.
🥗 Serving Ideas (Mediterranean Style)
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On whole-grain toast or seed crackers
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Stuffed into lettuce cups
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With sliced tomatoes & olives
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As a protein side with grilled fish or chicken
❓ Q & A
Q: Is this good for weight loss?
Yes! High protein + healthy fats keep you full longer and reduce cravings.
Q: Can I make it ahead?
Best fresh, but you can prep for 24 hours. Add extra lemon to prevent browning.
Q: Can I skip garlic?
Absolutely — replace with green onion or leave it out.
Q: Is it keto or low-carb?
Yes, naturally low-carb and keto-friendly.
Q: Can I add more protein?
Add extra egg whites, chickpeas, or grilled chicken.
🧠 Nutrition Highlights (per serving, approx.)
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High protein
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Rich in omega-9 fats
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Iron & magnesium from spinach
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No mayo, no sugar, no flour
