Avocado Egg Boats
This recipe is suitable for a keto diet as it includes high-fat avocado and eggs, while being low in carbohydrates. To improve, consider using nitrate-free bacon.
Adapted from Delish, by Lindsay Funston
Ingredients
- 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
- 4 large eggs
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 3 slices bacon
- Freshly chopped chives, for garnish
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°. Scoop about 1 tablespoon worth of avocado out of each half; discard or reserve for another use.
- Place hollowed avocados in a baking dish, then crack eggs into a bowl, one at a time. Using a spoon, transfer one yolk to each avocado half, then spoon in as much egg white as you can fit without spilling over.
- Season with salt and pepper and bake until whites are set and yolks are no longer runny, 20 to 25 minutes. (Cover with foil if avocados are beginning to brown.)25 min timer
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp, 8 minutes, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and chop.8 min timer
- Top avocados with bacon and chives before serving.
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