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This healthy no-mayo egg salad recipe is a Mediterranean twist on the classic. It's made with avocado so it's creamy and delicious.
With just 5 simple ingredients, this avocado egg salad recipe is simple to make, too. It's perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner.
Plus, it's a low-carb and keto-friendly sandwich when served on a 3-ingredient chaffle or in lettuce cups.
And just like a classic keto egg salad recipe, it's a canvas for creativity. Want a little crunch? Add celery! Love cilantro or chives? Mix it in.
Mashed avocado is not just a substitution for mayonnaise in this recipe. It's a creamy addition that the whole family will love.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Dairy-free: Absolutely no dairy products are used, making it perfect for those with dietary restrictions.
- Health-conscious: It's rich in healthy fats from avocado and packed with protein from eggs.
- Easy to make: This recipe combines just a few ingredients in no time.
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Ingredient Notes
Here's what you'll need to make creamy and delicious mayo-free egg salad with avocado:
- Eggs - We used large eggs.
- Hass avocado - One avocado yields about ¼ cup to ⅓ cup mashed avocado, depending on the size of the pit. I use the entire amount and adjust the consistency as needed with a little bit of water.
- Dijon mustard - Use stone ground mustard to add an additional kick!
- Apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, or lime juice may be used.
- Salt and black pepper to taste.
Optional mix-ins:
- Fresh herbs, like chives, dill, and cilantro, add bright flavor to the salad. Dried herbs can be used instead.
- Diced celery or bell peppers add a nice crunch.
- Diced red onion, green onion, or pickled pink onions give it a zesty punch.
- A sprinkle of sweet paprika for color.
Please refer to the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and detailed instructions.
How to Make Egg Salad without Mayo
Here's how to make this avocado egg salad recipe:
Make Hard Boiled Eggs
Here are 2 easy ways to do it.
- In an Air Fryer: Place eggs in the basket. Cook at 250 °F for about 16 minutes. Tip: If it's your first time using this method, try it with 1 or 2 eggs first. We make hard-boiled eggs in our Ninja air fryer all the time! It's so easy to do.
- On the Stovetop: Put eggs in a pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Turn off the heat and let sit for 10-12 minutes.
The next step under either method is to immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl filled with ice-cold water for at least 5 minutes or until cool to the touch. The ice bath stops the cooking process. When done, remove with a slotted spoon and pat dry.
Combine Ingredients:
Step 1 - Peel eggs, cut in half, and remove the yolks to a medium-sized bowl. Chop the egg whites into small pieces.
Step 2 - Crumble four of the yolks with a fork. Reserve the remaining two yolks for another use for a creamier mixture.
Step 3 - Stir mashed avocado, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and salt together, then mix with the yolks.
Step 4 - Fold in chopped eggs and any optional ingredients. Taste and season with more salt, if necessary.
Top Tips
- Freshness counts: Use ripe avocados for a creamy texture.
- Mix well and in steps: Use a fork to mash the avocado until fairly smooth. Next, mix with crumbled yolks, mustard, and vinegar before folding in the egg whites. You don't need to use a food processor, but you can to achieve a very smooth texture.
- Consistency: If the avocado mixture is too thick, add a few drops of water to thin it.
Storage
Store leftover egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 24 hours. Drizzle a small amount of lemon juice over the top and cover with plastic wrap to prevent excess browning.
It's best to make just what you plan to use because it tends to start browning if stored for too long.
Low-Carb Serving Suggestions
Enjoy this creamy egg salad on romaine lettuce leaves, wrapped in low-carb tortillas, layered on thin-sliced bread, atop delicious cauliflower waffles, or with a big bowl of low-carb tortilla chips.
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📋 Recipe
No-Mayo Egg Salad
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ⅓ cup mashed avocado about 1 Haas
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice or lime juice
- ⅛ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ cup fresh herbs, such as chives, dill, or cilantro or, diced celery (optional) finely diced
Instructions
Cook Hard Boiled Eggs
- In an air fryer - place eggs in the air fryer basket. Cook at 250 °F for about 16 minutes. The exact timing may vary depending upon your make and model. If this is the first time making cooking eggs this way, cook only 1 or 2 eggs to ensure that the timing is correct and then cook the rest.On the stovetop - place eggs in the bottom of pot and add water so that they are covered with an extra inch or two to spare at the top. Bring the water to a rolling boil, then turn it off and allow the eggs to sit for 10-12 minutes. The exact time will vary depending upon your stove, pots, etc.
- When finished cooking, immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl filled with ice cold water for at least 5 minutes or until cool to touch.
Combine Ingredients
- Peel eggs. Gently tap the end of each egg and then roll and crack the rest of the egg. The egg yolk should pop right out.
- Cut eggs in half and place four of the egg yolks in a small bowl, reserving the remaining two for another use. Use a fork to finely crumble the yolks and set aside.
- Chop the egg whites into small pieces and set aside.
- Add mashed avocado, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and salt to the bowl with the crumbled egg yolks and mix well to combine.
- Fold in chopped egg whites and any other ingredients, such as fresh herbs or celery.
- Enjoy on lettuce leaves, low-carb tortillas, thin-sliced bread, or chaffles!
Notes
- Freshness counts: Use ripe avocados for a creamy texture.
- Mix well and in steps: Use a fork to mash the avocado until fairly smooth. Next, mix with crumbled yolks, mustard, and vinegar before folding in the egg whites. You don't need to use a food processor, but you can to achieve a very smooth texture.
- Consistency: If the avocado mixture is too thick, add a few drops of water to thin it.
Jim says
This recipe was perfect for using up a slightly soft avocado! I really enjoyed how the egg and avocado tasted together.