Dairy-Free Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon

Elevate your brunch game with this irresistible Dairy-Free Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon! This modern twist on the classic dish swaps out traditional hollandaise for a velvety aquafaba-based sauce, making it perfect for those avoiding dairy. Creamy mashed avocado and buttery smoked salmon crown toasted dairy-free English muffins, providing a luscious base for perfectly poached eggs. Topped with a tangy, easy-to-make hollandaise and a sprinkle of fresh dill, this dish is bursting with flavor and elegance. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, it’s a quick, wholesome, and indulgent meal that’ll impress everyone at the table. Perfect for a satisfying weekend brunch or a special breakfast, this recipe proves that dairy-free can be decadent!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 English muffins (dairy-free)
• 4 Eggs
• 8 slices Smoked salmon
• 1 Avocado
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 cup Aquafaba (liquid from canned chickpeas)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 pinch Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 2 sprigs Fresh dill, for garnish
• 0 to taste Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Slice the English muffins in half and toast them until golden brown.

Step 2

Peel and pit the avocado, then mash it in a bowl with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.

Step 3

In a blender, combine aquafaba, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, Dijon mustard, cayenne pepper, and salt. Blend on medium speed until well combined.

Step 4

With the blender running on low speed, slowly drizzle in the olive oil to create a creamy emulsified sauce resembling traditional hollandaise. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 5

In a large saucepan, bring water to a gentle simmer and add the white vinegar.

Step 6

Crack each egg into a small cup, then gently slide them one by one into the simmering water. Poach the eggs for 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk or longer for a firmer yolk.

Step 7

Carefully remove the eggs using a slotted spoon and set aside on a warm plate.

Step 8

To assemble, spread the mashed avocado evenly over each toasted muffin half.

Step 9

Place two slices of smoked salmon on top of the avocado.

Step 10

Gently place a poached egg on the salmon.

Step 11

Drizzle the dairy-free hollandaise over the eggs.

Step 12

Garnish with fresh dill and a sprinkle of black pepper.

Step 13

Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1236.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3199.0

Total Fat 292.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 799.2mg	0%
Sodium 3650.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.5g
Protein 80.8g	0%

Vitamin D 1805.6IU	0%
Calcium 266.8mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 1590.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 81.6%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 8.4%