Sometimes it doesn't take much to treat yourself – a few simple ingredients that not only taste delicious but also support your body and well-being. This healthified avocado egg salad combines exactly that: creamy, fresh, and full of nutrients. The combination of protein-rich eggs and the avocado with its valuable fats ensures pleasant satiety, while Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and fresh herbs add a light touch. This salad can be a soothing companion, especially during the follicular phase, as it provides the body with energy and important nutrients. For me, this recipe is a little soul food that shows how uncomplicated balanced eating can be.
Inspiration for this Creamy Avocado Egg Salad
This recipe is based on the Creamy Avocado Egg Salad recipe from the recipe blog GIMME DELICIOUS. Of course, I've also made some adjustments. In this case, I just added some mustard. It adds a wonderful flavor that I can't live without! But if you'd like to try the original, you can leave out the mustard...
Tip for storing avocados: Have you ever found yourself buying a ripe avocado, only to find it's already overripe before you get around to eating it? There's a simple life hack to prevent that! Simply store your ripe avocado in a water bath in the refrigerator! This will significantly slow down the ripening process, and you'll almost never experience a perfectly ripe avocado going bad again! The same works for lemons!
Creamy Avocado Egg Salad in the Follicular Phase
In case of hormonal imbalance, the following symptoms can occur in the first two phases after menstruation: nausea, migraines, midpain / ovulation bleeding, hypersensitivity of the nipples, listlessness and lack of motivation.
Nutrients that can help and support during this time are vitamins A, C, E, B3, B5, protein, iron, folic acid, selenium, zinc and phytoestrogens.
I specifically selected the following ingredients for this avocado egg salad to provide support during the follicular phase:
- avocado: is rich in folic acid and a good source of monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs), which can regulate ovulation and the menstrual cycle and thus support fertility. Avocados also provide other nutrients such as vitamins A, C, E, iron, and various B vitamins.
- eggs: are rich in protein – proteins are important for the development of the uterine lining
- mustard: Is rich in vitamin C, B vitamins and zinc and contains healthy omega-3 fatty acids
- lemon juice: rich in vitamin C and contain vitamins A, E, B vitamins, as well as iron and zinc
More Recipes for the Follicular Phase
If you are looking for more inspiration for follicular phase recipes, you will find them here on “sizzling & frizzling” in the category follicular phase . Have a look around and give them a try!
Healthified Creamy Avocado Egg Salad
This creamy avocado egg salad combines high-quality protein with healthy omega-3 fatty acids, making it particularly suitable for a hormone-friendly diet during the follicular phase. Greek yogurt provides a light, creamy texture, while lemon juice, fresh herbs, and mustard lend the salad a balanced flavor. A nutrient-rich and balanced alternative to classic egg salad with mayonnaise.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
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Bring a pot of water to a boil. Pierce the three eggs on the rounder side.
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Place the avocado flesh into a bowl and mash it with a fork. Then add all the remaining ingredients (except the eggs) and mix until creamy. Season the avocado cream with salt and pepper.
Tip: Avocado usually needs a bit more salt. Since the eggs aren't salted, feel free to add a little more salt to the avocado cream than you normally would.
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Once the water boils, carefully lower the eggs into the pot using a tablespoon. Let them sit for 8-11 minutes until hard-boiled.
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After boiling, rinse the eggs with cold water and remove the shells. Cut them into small strips or pieces and add them to the avocado cream. Mix everything well, and then you can serve and enjoy your avocado egg salad!
Nutritional Information
servings 6
- Amount per Serving
- Calories 130.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11.65g18%
- Potassium 201.8mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.73g1%
- Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
- Sugars 0.67g
- Protein 4.73g10%
** The daily percentages are based on a 2000 kcal diet. Your daily figures might be higher or lower according to your caloric need.