Boiled egg & avocado snack plate

Approved by an Accredited Practising Dietitian

Why this recipe is good for you

This recipe is especially rich in Choline and Protein.

  • Choline — Choline supports brain, nerve and liver health, and is especially important during pregnancy and breastfeeding for your baby’s brain development.
  • Protein — Protein helps build and repair muscle, supports your immune system, and helps meals keep you satisfied for longer.

A simple protein and choline snack for a mid-morning or afternoon gap.

Snack · Serves 1 · Ready in 10 min · Rich in Choline, Protein

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 avocado
  • Handful cherry tomatoes
  • Cracked pepper

Method

  1. Boil the eggs for 7-8 minutes for a just-set yolk, then peel.
  2. Arrange with the avocado and tomatoes.
  3. Season with pepper.

Tip: Egg yolks are one of the richest everyday food sources of choline — keep them in rather than making egg white only.

Roughly per serve

  • Choline: 140 mg
  • Protein: 9 g
  • Fibre: 3 g

Everyday recipes with approximate per-serve nutrient values estimated from AUSNUT and USDA food-composition data. A general guide, not individual advice.

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