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Low Calorie Breakfast: Baked Egg in Avocado Half Recipe

Name: Low Calorie Breakfast: Baked Egg in Avocado Half Recipe
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 120 g
Ingredients: avocado 1 pieces; large egg 2 pieces; olive oil 1 tsp; salt 0.25 tsp; black pepper 0.25 tsp; chopped chives 1 tbsp

Crack an egg into an avocado half and bake it. It's cute, it's trendy, and it's a low calorie breakfast with healthy fats and protein in one bite.

Cook 20 min Difficulty EASY 185 kcal

#vegetarian #low carb #mediterranean

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

avocado 1 pieces
large egg 2 pieces

Seasonings/Sauce

olive oil 1 tsp
salt 0.25 tsp
black pepper 0.25 tsp
chopped chives 1 tbsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 7 g 15%

Protein 8 g 17%

Fat 14 g 68%

Serving size 120g

Cooking steps

1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure a steady, even heat for baking.
2

Slice the avocado in half lengthwise, remove the pit, and gently scoop out a bit more flesh to widen the cavity.
3

Rub the cut sides with olive oil and lightly sprinkle each half with salt and black pepper for seasoning.
4

Place each avocado half upright in a small baking dish, nestling them so they won't tip over. Carefully crack one egg into each avocado cavity, ensuring the yolk stays centered.
5

Bake for 12-15 minutes, checking occasionally. Remove when the egg white is set but the yolk is still slightly soft to maintain a creamy texture—avoid overbaking.
6

Top with chopped chives and additional black pepper before serving for freshness and aroma.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The star of this dish is the avocado, which not only serves as a natural vessel but also delivers a creamy texture and rich flavor that pairs perfectly with the baked egg.

Q. Any tips for baking the egg perfectly in an avocado?

Bake at 400°F and check after 12 minutes. The key is to remove from the oven once the whites are just set and the yolk is slightly runny. Overbaking will yield a dry, hard yolk.

Q. How can I prevent the avocado from tipping in the oven?

Nestle the avocado halves in a small baking dish or use a rolled-up piece of foil to cradle each one. This stabilizes them and keeps the eggs from spilling.

Q. What is the calorie content and macronutrient breakdown for this dish?

Each serving contains about 185 kcal, with 7g carbs (15%), 8g protein (17%), and 14g fat (68%), thanks to the healthy fats from avocado and protein from the egg.

Low Calorie Breakfast: Baked Egg in Avocado Half Recipe

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