Avocado-Herb Egg Salad with Radish
A creamy, herb-infused egg salad made without mayo, featuring sliced radish for a refreshing crunch. This american-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 20 minutes pairs hard-boiled and peeled eggs, mashed avocado, finely diced celery into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4, hard-boiled and peeled eggs
- 1/2, mashed avocado
- 1/4 cup, finely diced celery
- 2 tbsp, thinly sliced radish
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 4 hard-boiled and peeled eggs in a medium bowl and mash with a fork until crumbly.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 mashed avocado, 1/4 cup finely diced celery, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill to the eggs. Mix until fully combined and creamy, adding a splash of water if too thick.
- Step 3: Fold in 2 tbsp thinly sliced radish and chill for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Avocado-Herb Egg Salad with Radish take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Avocado-Herb Egg Salad with Radish?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep hard-boiled and peeled eggs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Avocado-Herb Egg Salad with Radish?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Avocado-Herb Egg Salad with Radish for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Avocado-Herb Egg Salad with Radish vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
