Description
Protein-packed clean eating deviled eggs bring a wholesome twist to classic appetizers. Mediterranean herbs and fresh ingredients elevate this simple dish for health-conscious individuals craving delicious nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsps (30 mL) mayonnaise
- ½ tsp (2.5 mL) apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp (2.5 mL) yellow mustard, no sugar added
- ¼ tsp (1.25 mL) sea salt
- 1/8 tsp (0.6 mL) black pepper
- ½ tsp (2.5 mL) paprika
Instructions
- Egg Preparation: Halve hard-boiled eggs lengthwise, extracting yolks with precision and care into a mixing bowl.
- Yolk Transformation: Crush yolks thoroughly with a fork, creating a smooth, uniform texture without any substantial chunks.
- Flavor Fusion: Blend mayonnaise, organic apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and sea salt into the yolk mixture, whisking until a creamy, homogeneous filling emerges.
- Elegant Refilling: Pipe or spoon the silky yolk mixture back into egg white cavities, ensuring a neat and appetizing presentation.
- Finishing Touch: Dust the filled eggs with a delicate sprinkle of paprika, adding both visual appeal and a subtle flavor dimension.
- Flavor Maturation: Refrigerate the deviled eggs for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the ingredients to harmonize and intensify the overall taste profile before serving.
Notes
- Prevent Egg Cracking: Gently handle hard-boiled eggs to avoid breaking whites during separation, which can ruin the clean presentation.
- Achieve Smooth Texture: Use a fork to thoroughly mash yolks, eliminating lumps for a creamy, sophisticated filling that spreads evenly.
- Balance Flavor Carefully: Measure vinegar and mustard precisely to create a harmonious taste without overpowering the delicate egg base.
- Chill for Maximum Taste: Refrigeration allows ingredients to blend and intensify flavors, transforming good deviled eggs into exceptional ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 117
- Sugar: 0.2 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg