Whole30 Eggs Benedict

“Brunch is always a good idea.”
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But an even better idea? Skipping the expensive, carb-loaded, restaurant meal that leaves you feeling heavy and sleepy. Instead, try this Paleo and Whole30 Eggs Benedict that is just as delicious and decadent as the real thing, but good for you!

Ingredients (serves 1):

  • 1/2 small avocado, smashed

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 egg yolk

  • squeeze of lemon

  • dash of cayenne

  • 1 Tbsp homemade mayo or whole30 store-bought mayo

  • avocado oil or EVOO

  • 1/2 sweet potato, peeled and grated (OR many times I just cook Alexia’s hashed browns which is not whole30 compliant but way easier)

  • salt and pepper

Directions:

  1. Place a small to medium pot of water on med-high heat.

  2. For sweet potato method follow these directions: https://cookprimalgourmet.com/eggs-benedict-paleo-whole30 For Alexia hashed browns: heat a small pan on medium high heat, add a tablespoon of oil and hashed browns, and use a spatula to flatten potatoes to a circular shape. Cook for 8 minutes and then flip hashed browns, lowering heat to medium for another 6 minutes. Don’t forget to season them with salt and pepper!

  3. Prepare your hollandaise sauce. Mix together in a wide bowl (use a bowl that will fit on top of your pot of water): egg yolk, pinch of salt, squeeze of lemon juice, and a tablespoon of mayo. Set aside.

  4. Once pot of water is boiling, give the water a swirl with a spoon, crack an egg into a measuring cup, and carefully lower the measuring cup with the egg into the boiling water. Repeat with the second egg. Lower heat to a soft boil. Set a timer for three minutes.

  5. While eggs poach, prepare potatoes and avocado. Place potatoes on top of the smashed avocado. Once eggs are done poaching, place eggs on top, and dry with a paper towel. Put poached egg water back on the stove over low heat.

  6. Place hollandaise sauce bowl over the hot poached egg water and stir sauce frequently using a fork. The heat from the water will warm and thicken the sauce. Once sauce has thickened to your likeness, pour over poached eggs, and top with a pinch of cayenne or fresh dill.

I hope you try this delicious homemade, healthy brunch! This is definitely a Saturday or Sunday activity since it takes some concentration and effort, but it is so worth it.