Oeufs Bénédicte

Oeufs Bénédicte is a classic French breakfast dish featuring poached eggs on a bed of whole grain toast, topped with a light avocado hollandaise sauce. This healthy twist on the traditional recipe is nutritious and satisfying, making it perfect for a delightful morning meal.

Ingredients

• Whole grain bread - 2 slices
• Eggs - 4 large
• Avocado - 1 ripe
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Greek yogurt - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh chives - 1 tablespoon, chopped

Steps

1. Toast the whole grain bread slices until golden brown.
2. In a medium saucepan, bring water to a gentle simmer and add a pinch of salt.
3. Crack each egg into a small bowl, then gently slide them into the simmering water, poaching for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set and yolks are still runny.
4. While the eggs are poaching, prepare the avocado hollandaise by blending the ripe avocado, lemon juice, Greek yogurt, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a food processor until smooth.
5. Once the eggs are done, use a slotted spoon to remove them from the water and drain excess water.
6. To serve, place a slice of toasted bread on each plate, top with a poached egg, and drizzle with the avocado hollandaise sauce.
7. Garnish with chopped chives and additional black pepper, if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 390
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 370 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from avocado which support heart health.
• High in protein from eggs and Greek yogurt, promoting muscle health and satiety.

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