BAKED EGG IN AVOCADO
By Dr. Cindy Tanzar
This nutritious dish features perfectly baked eggs nestled in creamy avocado halves, seasoned with a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Ideal for breakfast or brunch, it’s not only packed with protein and healthy fats but also beautifully colorful and satisfying.
SERVINGS: Makes 2 servings.
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 4 pastured eggs
- Sea salt and ground pepper
- Drizzled olive oil (optional)
- Garnish: Crumbled natural beef bacon, organic feta cheese, chopped walnuts, salsa, cayenne pepper, fresh chives or cilantro, turmeric powder, sauerkraut, etc.
DIRECTIONS:
- Preheat oven to 425° F.
- Cut avocados in half and remove pit.
- Remove 2 spoonsful of flesh from each half to allow space for an egg.
- Gently crack egg into each avocado half.
- Place avocados in glass or stainless-steel baking dish.
- Bake for 17 to 20 minutes, depending on size.
- Season, drizzle with olive oil, garnish and enjoy!