Description
Elevate your appetizer game with these creamy avocado deviled eggs! This delightful twist on a classic dish combines the rich flavor of ripe avocados with the traditional deviled egg filling, creating a vibrant and delicious treat. Perfect for brunches, picnics, or just as a snack, these eggs are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1 ripe avocado (about 200g)
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp chili powder or paprika (for garnish)
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, cover the pot and remove it from heat. Let sit for 12 minutes.
- Cool and Peel: Transfer eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes. Peel under running water.
- Prepare Avocado Mixture: In a bowl, mash the avocado until smooth. Mix in lime juice and Dijon mustard until well combined.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly.
- Fill Egg Whites: Cut peeled eggs in half lengthwise, removing yolks. Fold yolks into the avocado mixture and spoon back into egg whites.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chili powder or paprika on top and add fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg half (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with toppings such as crumbled bacon or microgreens. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours but avoid reheating for the best taste.