You know those steamy, summer days when you can’t even imagine turning on the stove or oven? Those days when a hot, hearty meal is the furthest thing from what you’re craving? This refreshingly simple, three-step recipe is sure to become a staple on your seasonal menu! Whip up our crisp, cool Avocado Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps for a summer-friendly meal that fills you up with fiber, electrolytes and healthy fats.
The arrival of summer also brings the arrival of unhealthy temptations waiting to sabotage your diet. From vacations filled with summer cocktails, beach boardwalk fare and carnival favorites to barbecues and summer holiday parties, it can be hard to stay on track. Stay healthy all season long with helpful weight loss tips from The Palm Weight Loss Blog! Check out these fun and fresh ways to avoid warm weather weight gain. > Then head to the farmer’s market to shop for warm weather veggies by using our Spring and Summer Produce Guide! >
One serving of these crispy, hydrating Avocado Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps clocks in at just 183 calories and one gram of net carbs. If you’d like to add more vegetables, feel free to stuff your wraps with more non-starchy veggies, such as colorful cherry tomatoes, sliced onions and green peppers.
Healthy Hacks: Have some extra net carbs to spare for the day? Swap out your lettuce wraps for a high-fiber carbohydrate! Spread your egg salad on whole grain toast or use it as a dip with sprouted seed crackers. You can also keep it a wrap by substituting a low carb or whole wheat tortilla. There are also many other low-carb wraps available on the market that are made from fruits, vegetables or coconut.
Is avocado your go-to healthy fat? We’re right there with ya! That’s why we put together this article featuring 11 Avocado Recipes That Will Totally Guac Your World! > After you are done cooking up those avo-licious recipes, learn more about why we love this popular savory green fruit right here. >
If you need more ideas for your summer menu, you’ve come to the right place! We have plenty of low carb, no-cook recipes that you’ll love. Check out some of our favorites below:
- Cucumber Feta Salad >
- No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bliss Balls >
- Easy Layered Salad >
- 2-Step Creamy Avocado Pesto Zucchini Noodles >
- 1-Minute Chocolate Ricotta Mousse >
- Creamy Salmon Cucumber Cups >
- No-Bake Key Lime and Avocado Cheesecake >
- 2-Step Chia Yogurt >
- Avocado Crab Salad >
- 5-Ingredient Chocolate Avocado Pudding >
- Matcha Smoothie Bowl >
For even more recipes like this one, check out the book The New Keto-Friendly South Beach Diet written by the creator of the South Beach Diet, Arthur Agatston, M.D.
- 1 Healthy Fat
- 1 Protein
- 0.5 Vegetables
Ingredients:
- 1 avocado, diced
- 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
- 2 Tbsp. red onion, chopped
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp. lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. chives, chopped
- 1 Tbsp. parsley, chopped
- 2 romaine lettuce leaves
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions:
- Add avocado to a small bowl and mash with a fork.
- Add eggs, red onion, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chives, parsley and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.
- Serve on romaine lettuce leaves.