Description
Creamy baked avocado eggs nestled with savory turkey slices create a protein-packed breakfast sensation. Rich Mediterranean flavors blend perfectly, offering both nutrition and delightful taste you’ll crave morning after morning.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large avocado, halved and pitted
- 2 small eggs
- 2 slices turkey breast, chopped
Seasonings:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Garnish and Optional Toppings:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to a moderate temperature of 375°F (190°C), ensuring an even cooking environment.
- Carefully hollow out a small pocket in each avocado half, creating a natural nest for the eggs while maintaining the avocado’s structural integrity.
- Stabilize the avocado halves by positioning them in a baking dish or muffin tin, preventing wobbling during the cooking process.
- Gently crack a whole egg into each avocado cavity, taking care to keep the yolk intact and centered.
- Layer thinly sliced turkey over the eggs, then season with a sprinkle of salt, freshly ground black pepper, and a dusting of warm paprika for added depth of flavor.
- Optional: Enhance the dish by adding a light sprinkle of shredded cheese, which will melt beautifully during baking.
- Transfer the prepared avocados to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, monitoring the eggs until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley or delicate chives to add a burst of color and herbaceous freshness.
- Serve the baked avocado eggs immediately while they are warm and the eggs are perfectly cooked.
Notes
- Prevent avocado wobbling by using a muffin tin or creating a small foil nest to keep halves steady during baking.
- 12 minutes for runny yolks, 15 minutes for firmer texture.
- Boost protein content by selecting lean, high-quality turkey slices without added preservatives or excess sodium.
- Experiment with alternative toppings like crumbled bacon, diced ham, or vegetarian options such as roasted vegetables for dietary flexibility.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 370 mg