Watch this video on how to make a Poached Egg & Avocado Breakfast Salad!
I know that many thoughts might be flooding your mind right at this moment. Especially for my Granola Breakfast Bowl loving friends! Maybe your thoughts are saying, “Is a salad for breakfast even human?“. (No offense, salad loving friends! 😘)
For those of you who prefer savory breakfasts over sweet breakfasts, this is right up your alley. But for those of us who pretty much eat Oatmeal Cookies and French Toast for breakfast….um yeah, we’re freakin’ out.
This Poached Egg & Avocado Breakfast Salad is vegetarian, gluten free, and easy to make!
No worries, friends! None whatsoever. This Poached Egg & Avocado Breakfast Salad is deliciously EPIC and filled with a crunchy, yet creamy texture. Not to mention the delicious, creamy, savory poached egg to top it all off. So. Much. Yum! Which leads us to our next potential freak out thought:
“I don’t know how to poach an egg!!!!!!”
Girl, tell me about it. For this dilemma that we are both equals in (unless you’re an egg poaching PRO, in which case you should most definitely share your extraordinary ways with us), I have four words: Stainless Steel Egg Poacher. It has saved my life. I LOVE this tool!
Oh, and as you can see in my photos, my egg was a little less oozy than desirable because I was being all loose and wild over here and let it cook for too long instead of following the directions on the egg poacher package 🙄. I tend to not be a direction follower. Lesson learned. (But probably not)…
ANYWAY, you can also try a fried egg or boiled egg for this salad if poaching eggs isn’t your thing 😉 The options are limitless, my friend!
Make this Poached Egg & Avocado Breakfast Salad for a well balanced and healthy breakfast!
How have I still not talked about the health benefits in this post? Ok guys, we have protein + healthy fats + veggies galore + healthy carbs. SUCH a great way to start off the day! This isn’t to say that I’m kissing my Smoothie Bowls good bye, but I’m excited to have this new savory Poached Egg & Avocado Breakfast Salad in the mix.
I’d love to know in the comments below: are you a savory or sweet breakfast type of person?
Poached Egg & Avocado Breakfast Salad
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 avocado
- 7 grape tomatoes
- 2 cups lettuce
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp crushed walnuts (optional)
- salt/pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Poach the eggs and set aside.
- Create the salads by layering the lettuce, tomatoes, cooked quinoa, avocado, and walnuts.
- Drizzle with olive oil, add the poached eggs, and top with salt/pepper to taste.
- Enjoy!
xc says:
is it okay if quiona is not added
Christine McMichael replied:
Yes, absolutely!
peter says:
You asked for egg poaching advice. I have spent many eggs learning to poach. It is definitely a method that can go wrong. That said, I have found what works for me which is large volume of water, like a gallon, in a large soup/stock pot.Add salt and vinegar, a bit like 1/3 cup. Crack the eggs into separate little bowls or ramikans. Get the water “shimmering” not simmering. Very important there is no turbulence in the water. Gently pour each egg into their own little zone of the pot. Again, no turbulence, maintain the heat so there is no simmering or boiling. Use slotted spoon to push the egg whites in toward the yolk, if necessary. About five minutes or so later spoon the eggs out onto a paper towel to rest for a bit. You can make a bunch of these in advance, and then they can take a quick trip back through the hot water at serving time. Also, I love salad at breakfast…yours looks like about exactly something I would make as well.
Mary Ann says:
Could you please state how much protein is in thus recipe? Thank you.
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Mary Ann! I don’t have that information at this time. However, I’ve definitely started adding macros to my newer recipes!
Karolina West says:
Hi hi !
What would be the measurements for 1 person ?
Thanks (:
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Karolina! I’m not sure exactly how that would measure as lettuce can vary. However, the recipe can be made as a single serving but halving all of the ingredients! I hope you enjoy the recipe!
Natasha says:
Loved the way to eat healthy breakfast salad on very busy days. Easy Peesy
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you, Natasha!
SHARON AVERY says:
If you use boil eggs, would you cut the whole egg? Looking forward to trying it for a brunch gathering. Sharon
Christine McMichael replied:
Yes, just replace the poached eggs with boiled eggs! Enjoy the recipe, Sharon!
pradeep kumar says:
Thanks for sharing this sweet and healthy dish for my breakfast, I tried it. It is very good taste and healthy. I wish you best of luck.
Christine McMichael replied:
So glad you enjoyed the recipe! 🙂
Kat Jeter says:
What a great way to start the day! I can get a few servings of veggies in before I even leave the house!
Tamara Andersen says:
I am so “all over” this recipe! I love a savory breakfast, and rarely indulge in sweets. You’ve got a lot of deliciousness in this bowl. Pinning!
Sharon says:
What a wonderful way to start the day! Load up on all the good-for-you vegetables and a hearty egg will have you feeling great. Delicious.
Corina Blum says:
I am definitely a savoury breakfast person but until now I don’t think I’ve ever had a salad! That’s not to say I wouldn’t try it though – this looks amazing and I know I’d love it.
Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen says:
I love having salads for breakfast! Such a great way to set you up for a busy day! Love the combos in this!