Description
A nutritious and satisfying Hard Boiled Egg and Avocado Bowl combining creamy avocado, protein-rich eggs, and fresh vegetables with quinoa, dressed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for a healthy breakfast or light lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs and Avocado
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ripe avocado
Quinoa Salad
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
Dressing and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A handful of fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- Optional: a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
Instructions
- Hard Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, remove the pot from heat, cover it, and let the eggs sit for 9-12 minutes depending on the desired firmness.
- Prepare the Avocado: While the eggs are cooking, cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash with a fork until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Quinoa and Vegetables: In a large bowl, mix together the cooked quinoa, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced cucumber.
- Mix Avocado into Quinoa: Add the mashed avocado to the quinoa mixture and stir well until fully combined.
- Cool and Slice Eggs: After cooking, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool for about 5 minutes. Then peel and slice them lengthwise.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pour this over the quinoa and avocado mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Assemble the Bowl: Divide the quinoa and avocado salad into serving bowls, then top with sliced hard boiled eggs. Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Add Heat if Desired: Finish with a pinch of red pepper flakes for some spice, if using.
Notes
- Cooking times for eggs may vary slightly based on altitude and egg size; adjust as needed.
- Use ripe avocado for a creamy texture, avoiding overly soft or underripe ones.
- Quinoa can be cooked ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for quick meal prep.
- For extra protein, consider adding a handful of nuts or seeds to the bowl.
- Red pepper flakes are optional and can be omitted for a milder flavor.
