Avocado Deviled Eggs
Creamy avocado replaces mayo in this lighter take on a classic appetizer. Ready in 10 minutes—perfect for a quick snack or party prep.
- Total time
- 10 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 156
- Protein
- 10g
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Ingredients
- 6 whole large eggs
- 1 whole avocado, ripe
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 to taste salt and pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes or paprika
Instructions
- 1
Boil eggs in salted water for 10 minutes, then transfer to ice bath.
- 2
Peel and halve each egg. Scoop yolks into a bowl.
- 3
Halve avocado, scoop flesh into the bowl with yolks.
- 4
Mash avocado and yolks together until smooth. Stir in lemon juice.
- 5
Season with salt and pepper. Spoon into egg white halves.
- 6
Sprinkle red pepper flakes or paprika over top. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- small saucepan
- ice bath (bowl + ice water)
- small mixing bowl
- fork or spoon
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