Avocado Deviled Eggs Recipe — The Ideal Keto Snack

Name: Avocado Deviled Eggs Recipe — The Ideal Keto Snack
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4–6 eggs; 1 avocado; ¼ teaspoon sea salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ¼ teaspoon garlic; ¼ teaspoon chili powder; ¼ teaspoon cumin; ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, optional*; 2 tablespoons cilantro; drizzle of lime juice, optional*

February 2, 2021 by Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CN

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You’ve probably eaten deviled eggs, but have you ever had avocado deviled eggs? If not, this deviled eggs recipe is for you.

Benefit-rich eggs are a serious powerhouse food. They’re a relatively inexpensive source of meat-free protein that can help prevent disease, improve eye health and help you drop pounds.

While they’re most often enjoyed as a breakfast food or a baking ingredient, they make a pretty tasty — and popular — appetizer in the form of deviled eggs. Add in another superfood, and this avocado deviled eggs recipe is something to enjoy anytime.

Are Deviled Eggs Bad for You?

Deviled eggs are hard-boiled eggs that have had the yolks removed and mixed with other ingredients, which are then stuffed back into the egg.

Why are they called “deviled eggs”? Back in the 1800s, “deviled” foods referred to foods that were super seasoned. That’s where the name for deviled eggs, devil’s food cake and other naughty foods came from.

While they might taste good, traditional deviled eggs are a fairly unhealthy food. Most of that is thanks to the mayonnaise they’re usually drowned in — just one tablespoon of mayo has about 90 calories.

When you consider that most store-bought mayo brands are also made with GMO-laden canola or vegetable oils, it’s clear that deviled eggs with mayonnaise aren’t the healthiest option.

What if you could replace the creamy texture that mayonnaise provides with another ingredient, something that adds flavor, texture and health benefits? It’s time to replace your old recipe with these avocado deviled eggs.

Key Ingredients

Avocado deviled eggs are a deliciously healthy option. One egg is about 78 calories and has a whopping 6.3 grams of protein, while one serving of avocado is packed with 113 calories, vitamin K, folate, vitamin C, healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber and protein. That’s a lot for the little green fruit.

When you combine the amazing benefits of eggs and avocado with spices that help boost immunity, protect the heart and so much more, you can’t go wrong. That’s exactly what this deviled eggs recipe does thanks to the additional seasoning provided by the garlic, chili powder, cumin, cilantro, sea salt, black pepper and paprika.

These healthy deviled eggs are vegetarian-friendly, dairy-free and fit into Paleo and ketogenic diets.

How to Make Avocado Deviled Eggs

Best of all, these avocado deviled eggs are ready in under an hour, making them perfect for impromptu guests or to take as a party appetizer. Let’s get cooking.

First, we need to hard-boil the eggs.

In a medium pot, add the eggs and cover with water until they’re fully submerged. Bring them to a boil, then remove from heat and cover the pot for 12–13 minutes.

Next, fill a large bowl with ice water. Use a slotted spoon to gently place the eggs into the bowl.

Let the eggs chill here for five minutes.

Next, remove the shell from the eggs and slice in half lengthwise, removing the yolk.

Add the yolk, along with the avocado and spices, to a bowl.

Mix all of the ingredients until they’re well-combined.

Now, spoon the avocado/yolk mixture into the egg halves.

Top each egg half with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of fresh lime juice if you’d like. Serve at your next event and watch your guests devour!