Creamy avocado egg salad made with Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice is a healthy, protein-packed recipe ready in minutes! An ideal lunch recipe or a light dinner that’s easy to make.
This avocado with egg salad is a fresh twist on the classic egg salad that’s high in protein and healthy fats.
This avocado with egg salad is high in protein and healthy fats and a fresh twist on the classic egg salad.
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Creamy Avocado Egg Salad
Skip the mayo and make this creamy Avocado Egg Salad that’s packed with protein, healthy fats, and fresh flavor.
Creamy, flavorful, and packed with protein, avocado egg salad is the perfect lunch, light dinner, or meal prep recipe.
Greek yogurt replaces the mayonnaise traditionally found in egg salad.
Avocado, combined with hard-boiled eggs, tangy Dijon mustard, Greek yogurt, and fresh lemon juice, makes every bite so delicious.
Eggs make this recipe filling, satisfying, and perfect for lunch or a quick light dinner.
I served this easy egg salad recipe on a nutritious whole grain bread with nuts, seeds and dried cranberries, but you can easily serve it in lettuce wraps, scooped onto crackers or in pita bread.
This twist on the traditional classic egg salad recipe is ideal for busy weekdays when you need something nourishing and filling.
This recipe comes together with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.
Keep some hard boiled eggs in your fridge and make this easy egg salad recipe literally in just minutes.
Once you try this avocado egg salad recipe, I’m pretty sure it will become your new favorite way to enjoy egg salad!
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How to Make Avocado with Egg Salad
This is a quick overview of how to make this avocado & egg salad recipe. Scroll down for the full recipe instructions and ingredient amounts in the recipe card below.
- Step 1: After tossing chopped avocado with lemon juice, combine with chopped egg.
- Step 2: Stir the Greek yogurt mixture with avocado and egg mixture, gently tossing until evenly coated. Serve on toast and sprinkle with remainng smoked paprkia.
Hint: Choose an avocado that yields slightly when gently pressed.
Expert recipe tips
- Use Ripe Avocados - Choose avocados that are ripe but still firm enough to hold their shape. Overripe avocados can become mushy will affect the texture of the egg salad.
- Don't Overmix - For the best texture, gently fold the eggs and avocados into the Greek yogurt mixture.
- Add Extra Texture – If you like a little crunch in your egg salad, try adding diced celery, chopped red onion, or sliced green onions.
Substitutions
- Greek Yogurt – You can substitute sour cream, mayonnaise, or dairy-free yogurt for the Greek yogurt.
- Lemon Juice – Replace lemon juice with lime juice for a slightly different citrus flavor.
- Dijon Mustard - Yellow mustard, spicy brown mustard, or whole grain mustard can be used in place of Dijon mustard.
- Whole Grain Bread – Whole grain bread can be replaced with sourdough bread, rye bread, croissants, pita bread, wraps, or lettuce cups.
- Smoked Paprika – Regular paprika or a pinch of chili powder can be used in place of smoked paprika.
Variations
- Spicy Avocado Egg Salad – For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños, a dash of hot sauce, or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Bacon Avocado Egg Salad – For a smoky flavor and extra crunch, stir in crispy crumbled bacon.
- Everything Bagel Avocado Egg Salad – Before serving, sprinkle everything bagel seasoning ion top.
- Fresh Herb Avocado Egg Salad – For a fresh and vibrant herbal flavor, add fresh herbs, such as chopped fresh dill, parsley, cilantro, or chives.
- Avocado Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps – For a low-carb option, skip the bread and serve the egg salad in crisp lettuce leaves.
- Dill Pickle Avocado Egg Salad – For added tang, stir minced dill pickled into the egg salad.
- Mexican Avocado Egg Salad – For a Mexican twist, replace the lemon juice with lime juice, add chopped cilantro and chili powder and sprinkle with sliced green onions.
Storage
- Because avocado naturally oxidizes, this egg salad is best enjoyed the day it is made or within one day of preparing it.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface to limit exposure to the air and prevent browning of the avocado.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container with plastic wrap pressed directly against the surface of the avocado salad egg to limit exposure to the air and prevent browning of the avocado.
- You can refrigerate this salad for 1 day. Stir before serving. The flavor remains delicious, however, keep in mind that some browning may occur naturally.
- See more guidelines at USDA.gov.
FAQ
Yes, but for best color and freshness, prepare it no more than one day in ahead of serving and cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent the avocado from browning.
This recipe is packed with protein, healthy fats, and nutrients. It is a satisfying and nutritious meal option.
You can serve it on sandwiches, in wraps, on crackers, on toast, in lettuce cups, or over mixed greens. The possibilities are endless!
You can absolutely use mayonnaise instead of Greek yogurt. Mayonnaise will actually create a richer, more traditional egg salad flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Ingredients for avocado with egg salad
- Avocado – Creamy ripe avocado adds healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, and a rich buttery flavor.
- Hard-Boiled Eggs - Hard-boiled eggs provide protein and create the classic egg salad texture.
- Lemon Juice - Fresh lemon juice helps prevent the avocado from browning too quickly and also adds a bright citrus flavor.
- Plain Greek Yogurt - Greek yogurt adds a subtle tang and creaminess while increasing the protein content. Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative to mayonnaise with more protein.
- Dijon Mustard - Dijon mustard adds a delicious depth and tangy flavor that complements the avocado and eggs.
- Kosher Salt - Kosher salt makes the flavors of all the ingredients pop.
- Pepper - Black pepper adds a savory flavor and a subtle heat.
- Smoked Paprika - Smoked paprika provides a hint of smoky flavor and beautiful color that elevates this egg salad.
- Garlic Powder - Garlic powder adds mild savory depth of flavor.
- Whole Grain Bread - Whole grain bread adds texture, fiber, and wholesome
Avocado Recipes
What to serve with avocado egg salad
Avocado Egg Salad Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado pitted, peeled and chopped
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika divided
- 4 hardboiled eggs cooled, peeled and chopped
- 4 slices whole grain bread toasted
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Instructions
- In a small bowl, toss the avocado with the lemon juice. This will help to keep the avocado from browning.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Dijon, kosher salt, pepper, garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, stirring until blended.
- Add the avocado and chopped eggs, gently tossing until evenly coated.
- Top each slice of bread with the avocado egg salad, dividing evenly between the bread, about a scant ½ cup on each slice.
- Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika and enjoy!
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