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Fill a pot with water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Gently lower 6 large eggs into the water using a slotted spoon. Boil for 9 minutes, or cook in an air fryer at 270°F for 12 minutes.
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While eggs cook, prepare a large bowl filled with ice and cold water. Immediately transfer cooked eggs to the ice bath to halt cooking and cool for at least 5 minutes.
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Gently crack eggs on a hard surface and roll to loosen the shell. Begin peeling from the broad end, rinsing if needed to remove any shell fragments.
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In a mixing bowl, roughly mash peeled eggs with a fork to your preferred consistency. Add cottage cheese and blend until creamy and uniform throughout.
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Sprinkle in salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika; fold together gently. Stir in sweet pickle relish, mixing just enough to evenly distribute.
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Toast sourdough slices to golden brown. Layer sliced avocado across each toast. Top generously with the egg salad mixture and serve immediately.