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Healthy High-Protein Mother’s Day Brunch Board

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A wholesome and colorful brunch board packed with protein-rich ingredients like smoked salmon, hard-boiled eggs, and cottage cheese, perfect for a healthy and festive Mother’s Day celebration.

Ingredients

  • Smoked salmon slices
  • Hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
  • Cottage cheese, small-curd, drained
  • Roasted chickpeas, seasoned with smoked paprika
  • Spiced mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
  • Cucumber, thinly sliced
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Avocado, sliced or cubed
  • Baby spinach or arugula
  • Radishes, thinly sliced
  • Hummus (classic or roasted red pepper)
  • Feta cheese crumbles
  • Greek yogurt-based tzatziki or herb dip
  • Whole grain crackers or crispbreads
  • Mini whole wheat pita bread, sliced
  • Fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or chives)
  • Lemon wedges

Instructions

  1. Prepare the proteins: hard boil eggs by placing them in cold water, bringing to a boil, then simmering for 9 minutes. Cool in ice water, peel, and halve.
  2. If roasting chickpeas, drain and dry canned chickpeas thoroughly. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until crispy, stirring halfway through.
  3. Drain cottage cheese and place in a small serving bowl.
  4. Slice and prep produce: thinly slice cucumber, radishes, and cherry tomatoes. Arrange on a plate or directly on the board.
  5. Slice avocado just before assembling to avoid browning. Drizzle with a little lemon juice.
  6. Rinse and dry baby spinach or arugula, then loosely pile on the board as a base or side.
  7. Arrange the board: place dips in small bowls spaced evenly on the board.
  8. Place protein elements like smoked salmon and eggs in clusters around the dips.
  9. Fill in gaps with veggies, cheeses, roasted chickpeas, and nuts.
  10. Add crackers and pita slices last, fanning them out for visual appeal.
  11. Garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges.
  12. Final touches: drizzle a little olive oil over avocado and tomatoes if desired.
  13. Sprinkle freshly cracked black pepper and flaky sea salt over eggs and cheese.

Notes

Dry chickpeas thoroughly before roasting to avoid sogginess. Start eggs in cold water and cool quickly to prevent overcooking. Slice avocado just before serving and drizzle with lemon juice to prevent browning. Arrange board with balance of colors and textures. Prepare some components a day ahead but assemble just before serving for freshness.

Nutrition

Keywords: healthy brunch, high protein, Mother's Day, smoked salmon, cottage cheese, roasted chickpeas, easy brunch board, nutritious brunch

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