Healthy Keto Avocado Egg Boats
A simple, creamy, and low-carb breakfast recipe featuring baked avocado halves filled with eggs and cheese, perfect for keto diets and busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe avocados
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: smoked paprika or chili flakes
- Olive oil or cooking spray, to grease the baking dish
- Fresh herbs or microgreens for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Slice the avocados in half lengthwise. Carefully remove the pit, then scoop out a bit of flesh to create about a 1.5-inch cavity for the egg.
- Lightly grease your baking dish or muffin tin. Place the avocado halves cut side up so they sit stable without tipping.
- Crack one egg into a small bowl to remove any shell bits, then slowly pour the egg into the avocado cavity. If the egg is too large, let some white spill out gently.
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, and a pinch of smoked paprika or chili flakes on top. Add shredded cheese on each egg.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes. Check after 10 minutes; egg whites should be set and yolks slightly runny or fully cooked depending on preference.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute or two. Carefully transfer to plates using a spatula to keep the egg intact.
- Garnish with fresh chives and microgreens. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use room temperature eggs for even cooking. Check eggs at 10 minutes to avoid overcooking. If avocado halves roll, place a folded kitchen towel under the dish for stability. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated gently in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes. Avoid microwave reheating to prevent rubbery eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 avocado half with
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 12
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