Description
A simple and elegant breakfast or brunch plate featuring creamy avocado slices, perfectly poached eggs, and savory smoked salmon. This recipe combines fresh flavors and delicate textures, garnished with fresh herbs and a touch of lemon, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Avocado and Garnishes
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh dill or chives, for garnish
Eggs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp white vinegar (for poaching eggs)
Other
- 4 oz smoked salmon
- 1 slice of whole-grain or sourdough toast (optional)
Instructions
- Poach the Eggs: Fill a saucepan with water and bring it to a gentle simmer. Add the white vinegar to help the eggs coagulate better during poaching.
- Slide Eggs into Water: Crack each egg into a small bowl to avoid breaking the yolk and gently slide the eggs into the simmering water one at a time.
- Cook the Eggs: Poach the eggs for 3 to 4 minutes, until the egg whites are fully set but the yolks remain runny to achieve that perfect texture.
- Remove and Drain: Use a slotted spoon to carefully lift the eggs out of the water and let excess water drain off on a paper towel to keep the plate from getting watery.
- Arrange Avocado and Salmon: On a serving plate, lay out the sliced avocado and smoked salmon to form the base of the dish.
- Season Avocado: Drizzle the lemon juice over the avocado slices and season with salt and pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Top with Poached Eggs: Place the poached eggs gently atop the avocado slices for a beautiful presentation.
- Garnish: Sprinkle fresh dill or chopped chives over the eggs and salmon for an aromatic finish.
- Serve: Optionally, toast a slice of whole-grain or sourdough bread and serve it alongside to complete the plate.
Notes
- Use very fresh eggs for best poaching results to ensure the whites hold together properly.
- Adjust poaching time slightly if you prefer firmer or softer yolks.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the poached eggs at their best.
- If preferred, substitute fresh herbs according to taste, such as parsley or basil.
- Whole-grain or sourdough toast adds a nice crunch and extra fiber but can be omitted for a lower-carb meal.
