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The pureed stage after weight loss surgery can be very difficult because most adults aren't super excited about eating food that looks like pudding. Just a few pulses in a food processor can make pureed classic egg salad a perfect protein source after weight loss surgery.
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I’m often surprised, but then again deep down not surprised, when patients question whether or not they can eat eggs. Eggs in the dieting culture are often seen as off-limits because of concerns with fat and cholesterol. Yes, eggs contain fat and cholesterol, but their nutritional benefits far out way these issues.
Egg Facts:
- Eggs are an excellent source of protein.
- One egg provides 6 grams of high-quality protein.
- Eggs contain 9 essential amino acids making them a complete source of protein.
- Total fat content is 5 grams with 1.5 grams coming from saturated fat.
- Finally, eggs contain 13 different nutrients spread between the yolk and white parts.
Eggs can be added to your diet quickly after surgery. Most patients can handle scrambled eggs or pureed egg salad during the pureed stage. Egg salad or hard boiled eggs can be rubbery and may not be tolerated, however, pureed egg salad tastes the same, but is a smoother consistency.
Tips for making Pureed Classic Egg Salad:
- You don't need a blender or a food processor, although these appliances are quicker to use, simply mash the hard-boiledeggs with a fork if you need to.
- You can use any mayonnaise you wish. You can use half Greek yogurt in place of half the mayo to lower the fat content if you wish.
- Use any herbs and spices you wish to season.
Place hard-boiled eggs in a food processor
Chop eggs until there are no longer large pieces
Add mayonnaise, Greek Yogurt, and seasonings
Pureed Classic Egg Salad
Jennifer Pullman
Eggs are an excellent source of protein. Egg Salad is a perfect texture for the soft stages following weight loss surgery.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Lunch
Servings 2 ¼ cups
Calories 176 kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon plain Greek-style yogurt
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Slice 2 hard-boiled eggs
Place the egg slices into a food processor
Chop eggs until there are no longer large pieces
Add mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and seasonings to chopped eggs
Blend well until the egg salad is smooth.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 cupCalories: 176kcalCarbohydrates: 4.6gProtein: 9.3gFat: 13.2gSaturated Fat: 4.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7.9gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 200.4mgSodium: 144.9mgFiber: 0gSugar: 4.6g
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About Jennifer Pullman
Jennifer is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist. She is the author and founder of Bariatric Bits and Nourished Simply. Jen has been a bariatric dietitian since 2007. She enjoys writing about nutrition and healthy eating. This website is for general information purposes and does not offer medical advice. Always consult your physician and surgical team for medical information.
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David Axene says
Great recipe. Enjoyed very muchReply
Patricia A Violette says
I had a large hostel hernia removed. In the process my lung collapsed. This lengthened my recuperation. I am still on a purées diet. My question the egg salad is not on my diet of yogurt, jello, pudding and power shakes. The dr just let me eat purée potatoes. Will I be taking a chance with egg salad
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Jennifer Pullman says
Sounds like your doctor wants you to have something pretty smooth. I would stick to the list the doctor gave you.
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Roshelle Belcher says
Can you send me a bariatric food recipes
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Cheryl says
Can you send me a bariatric food recipes
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Jennifer Pullman says
All the recipes I currently have are located on this site or in my cookbook, which you can purchase through the "store" link.
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Ella says
Please send me Bariatric recipes diet please
I'M A VERY PICKIE EATER, NO VEGETABLE, ONLY CORN, TOMATOES, CUMBCOMBERS, LETTUCE, PICKLES. ,But staying sick need to find something I like to eat, what about tuna, chicken salad. Please I need help
Thank you and God Bless
EllaReply
Jennifer Pullman says
Hi Ella. You can take a look at the recipes I have here and also take a look online for low-carb recipes. Due to state licensure laws, I do not provide individual counseling, so I can not send you individually developed recipes/menus. I would recommend reaching out to a bariatric dietitian in your area.
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JB says
Awesome recipe! Thank you.
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Mardy Lyn Burnett says
My esophageal is moderate poor pharyngeal contractility I am on pureed food with honey thick liquids some time my food goes to my lungs or my stomach. I am looking for pureed foods that look great to eat and keep my weight I hope you have some great ideas
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Jennifer Pullman says
I am planning on adding more pureed ideas in early 2021. Anything you are looking for in particular?
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Rebekah Spahn says
I just purchased "Quick & Easy" High Protein Recipes for WLS Patients ... Is this the book you did for 2021 or is one still on the way. I am SO looking forward to "enjoying" my food after Surgery May 26, 2021. 🙂
--RebekahReply
Jacqueline Brooks says
I'm trying to get a diet that I can stick with so I need a whole lot of supportReply
Jennifer Pullman says
You don't want a diet. You want a way of eating that will work for you for the rest of your life.
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Nikki says
Hi. Can you freeze this? My mum has advanced dementia and I like to prepare various dishes in batches for the freezer
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Jennifer Pullman says
I haven't tried to freeze egg salad. I would imagine the mayo may not keep it's consistency when defrosted. The egg salad may become watery.
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Ashley D says
This looks and sounds great. Have a choking phobia from stress and I need energy to raise my toddlers. Look forward to more recipes. Whatever is energy boosting, helps weight gain and are nutritional meal replacements will be great!Reply
Anna Teffeau says
Do you have any purée recipes for crab meat?
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Jennifer Pullman says
Not yet!
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Karen says
Hi! I made this and added sugar free pickle relish and a little dash of onion powder and celery seasoning it was delicious! Also added a tiny bit of 1%milk to thin. Loved it!Reply
Lee says
Prepared this for my first solid (pureed) food after surgery. Very easy recipe and very filling. Loved it.Reply
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