Keto Avocado Egg Salad (Printable)

Low-carb avocado and egg mix topped with crisp everything bagel seasoning in fresh lettuce.

# What You'll Need:

→ Egg Salad

01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1 large ripe avocado
03 - 2 tablespoons sugar-free mayonnaise
04 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Lettuce Boats

10 - 1 head butter lettuce or romaine lettuce, 8 large leaves

→ Topping

11 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning

# How-To Steps:

01 - Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 9 to 10 minutes. Transfer eggs immediately to an ice bath and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Peel and chop the cooled eggs into bite-sized pieces.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, mash the ripe avocado with lemon juice, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth with slight texture remaining.
03 - Add the chopped eggs, fresh chives, and dill to the avocado mixture. Gently fold ingredients together until evenly distributed without crushing the avocado pieces.
04 - Carefully separate the lettuce leaves from the head, rinse thoroughly under cold water, and pat completely dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
05 - Spoon the avocado egg salad evenly into the center of each prepared lettuce leaf, dividing the mixture equally among all eight leaves.
06 - Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over each filled lettuce boat immediately before serving for optimal crunch and flavor.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Quick and easy: On the table in just 25 minutes with minimal cleanup.
  • Genuinely keto: Only 5 g of carbohydrates per serving, with healthy fats from avocado and eggs.
  • No-bread needed: Crisp lettuce leaves replace any wrap or bread perfectly.
  • Bold flavor: Everything bagel seasoning transforms a simple salad into something memorable.
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian: Inclusive for a wide range of dietary needs.
  • Meal-prep friendly: The egg salad base keeps well for quick assembly throughout the week.
02 -
  • Perfect boil: Simmer eggs for exactly 9–10 minutes for a fully set yolk that is still rich and creamy — not chalky.
  • Ice bath essential: Always transfer boiled eggs immediately to an ice bath to stop cooking and make peeling effortless.
  • Keep it chunky: Mash the avocado with a fork rather than blending — a slightly chunky texture gives the salad more character and better mouthfeel.
  • Season at the end: Sprinkle the everything bagel seasoning only just before serving to maintain maximum crunch.
  • Prevent browning: Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the salad if storing, and add a little extra lemon juice to keep it vibrant.
  • Lettuce choice matters: Butter lettuce cups are softer and sweeter, while romaine leaves are sturdier — choose based on how you plan to eat the dish.
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