Egg Salad with Bacon

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  • Servings2
  • Prep time10 min
  • Cook time15 min
  • Total time25 min

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Ingredients

  1. 4 large eggs
  2. 4 slices bacon (sugar-free for Whole30)
  3. 1 tablespoon olive oil
  4. 1/4 teaspoon salt
  5. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  6. 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped | Unit: Tablespoon | Optional: true

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, place eggs in a single layer, cover with water, and bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Remove eggs, cool in cold water, peel, and chop.
  4. In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes, then remove to a plate, crumble, and reserve grease.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine chopped eggs, crumbled bacon, olive oil, salt, and pepper, mixing with a fork.
  6. Stir in chives if using, divide into two bowls, and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Recipe notes

Egg Salad with Bacon

Basic Information

  • Servings: 2
  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Difficulty: 2
  • Budget: 3
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Total Time: 25
  • Meal Type: Breakfast

Diet Types

  • Omnivore
  • Low-Carb
  • Keto
  • Atkins
  • High-Protein
  • Paleo

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Medium skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Fork
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients

  1. 4 large eggs
  2. 4 slices bacon (sugar-free for Whole30)
  3. 1 tablespoon olive oil
  4. 1/4 teaspoon salt
  5. 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  6. 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped | Unit: Tablespoon | Optional: true

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, place eggs in a single layer, cover with water, and bring to a boil over high heat.
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Remove eggs, cool in cold water, peel, and chop.
  4. In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes, then remove to a plate, crumble, and reserve grease.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine chopped eggs, crumbled bacon, olive oil, salt, and pepper, mixing with a fork.
  6. Stir in chives if using, divide into two bowls, and serve at room temperature or chilled.

Storage

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Protein: 18g
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbs: 2g
  • Fiber: 0
  • Sugar: 0
  • Sodium: N/A
  • Cholesterol: N/A

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