Here’s a quick, creamy, and delicious Easy Deviled Eggs Recipe — upgraded into a high-protein, healthy version that’s perfect for snacks, meal prep, or parties 🥚💪
🥚 Easy High-Protein Deviled Eggs Recipe
Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or nonfat) (instead of mayo — adds protein)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- â…› tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp chopped chives or fresh dill (optional)
- Dash of paprika for garnish
Optional protein boost:
- 1 tbsp finely chopped cooked chicken breast, tuna, or smoked salmon (for extra protein punch)
Instructions:
- Boil the eggs:
- Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, cover and remove from heat; let sit for 10–12 minutes.
- Drain and transfer eggs to ice water for 5 minutes, then peel.
- Prepare the filling:
- Slice eggs in half lengthwise and scoop out yolks into a bowl.
- Add Greek yogurt, mustard, vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, and pepper.
- Mash and mix until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in chopped herbs or protein add-ins if using.
- Fill the eggs:
- Spoon or pipe the mixture back into the egg whites.
- Sprinkle with paprika or fresh herbs.
- Chill before serving (optional):
- Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes for best flavor and texture.
💪 Nutrition & Benefits (per 2 halves):
- Calories: ~90
- Protein: ~9–10g
- Healthy fats: from egg yolks
- Probiotics: from Greek yogurt
- No mayo, no added sugar — all clean, high-protein ingredients
🌿 Mediterranean-Style Twist (Optional):
Add any of these for extra flavor and nutrients:
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- Chopped kalamata olives or sun-dried tomatoes
- Sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese
- Pinch of oregano
Would you like me to make a Mediterranean-style deviled egg version (with olive oil, feta, and herbs) next?
