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Avocado Deviled Eggs

Avocado Deviled Eggs: Creamy, Healthy Twist on a Classic

Avocado Deviled Eggs are a creamy, healthy alternative to traditional deviled eggs, perfect for snacking or as an appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Egg Filling
  • 12 large eggs use fresh for best flavor and texture
  • 2 medium avocados ripe, the star ingredient
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice always opt for fresh juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced, adjust based on preference
  • 1 small jalapeño diced, deseed for milder
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper optional for extra kick
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt sea salt is a fine alternative
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro can swap with parsley

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Food Processor
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by placing the eggs in a pot, cover with water by about an inch, bring to a boil, cover, and let sit for 18 minutes.
  2. Transfer the eggs to an ice-water bath to cool completely before peeling.
  3. Crack the shells under running water, slice the eggs in half, and extract the yolks into a food processor.
  4. Add avocado, lime juice, garlic, jalapeño, cayenne, and salt to the yolks, then blend until smooth.
  5. Fold in fresh cilantro and fill each egg white half with the mixture.
  6. Garnish with cayenne pepper and a cilantro leaf, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh to avoid browning; store filling separately if prepping ahead.

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