Imagine a salad so irresistible that it transforms your boring breakfast routine into a mouthwatering culinary adventure! This Bacon Egg Avocado Tomato Salad is not just a meal; it's a flavor explosion that combines crispy bacon, creamy avocado, fresh tomatoes, and perfectly cooked eggs into one sensational dish. Perfect for health-conscious foodies and flavor seekers alike, this recipe promises to revolutionize your morning eating experience with its incredible blend of textures and tastes.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the bacon by cooking it in a skillet over medium heat until crisp and golden brown. Once cooked, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease and cool.
- While the bacon is cooking, hard-boil the eggs. Place eggs in a pot of cold water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 9-10 minutes. Immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath to stop cooking, then peel and chop.
- Wash and dry the mixed greens, then spread them evenly on two serving plates as the salad base.
- Dice the avocado into bite-sized cubes, halve the cherry tomatoes, and crumble the cooled bacon into pieces.
- Arrange the chopped eggs, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and crumbled bacon on top of the mixed greens.
- Drizzle olive oil over the salad, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss the salad ingredients or serve as is, allowing each person to mix their salad at the table.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp bacon and fresh ingredients at their peak flavor and temperature.
Tips
- Bacon Perfection: Cook bacon on medium heat to ensure even crispiness without burning. Pat dry with paper towels to remove excess grease.
- Egg Mastery: Use the ice bath technique after boiling to stop the cooking process and ensure perfectly soft, creamy egg whites and yolks.
- Avocado Trick: Choose a ripe avocado that yields slightly to gentle pressure. Cut just before serving to prevent browning.
- Freshness Matters: Use the freshest ingredients possible, especially cherry tomatoes and mixed greens, for maximum flavor and nutrition.
- Dressing Hack: For extra flavor, consider adding a light vinaigrette or lemon juice to enhance the olive oil dressing.
- Temperature Balance: Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between warm crispy bacon and cool, fresh vegetables.
- Customization: Feel free to add other ingredients like feta cheese, red onions, or a sprinkle of herbs to make the salad your own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 230mg
