Classic Deviled Eggs
Creamy, tangy deviled eggs with a smooth mayo-and-mustard filling and a dusting of paprika. A protein-packed keto snack or party appetizer ready in minutes.
The perfect portable protein
Deviled eggs are a keto snack that predates keto by a century, and they have never needed changing. Hard-boiled eggs, a rich filling of mayonnaise and mustard, and a sprinkle of paprika deliver protein and fat with almost no carbs.
They travel well, satisfy a craving for something creamy and savory, and take about fifteen minutes to assemble. Make a batch at the start of the week and snack from the fridge.
- Older eggs peel far more easily than fresh ones
- An ice bath stops the cooking and loosens the shells
- Pipe the filling for a party-ready finish
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Ingredients
- 6 large eggs (net carbs →)
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise (net carbs →)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (net carbs →)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (net carbs →)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon smoked paprika, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped (optional) (net carbs →)
Instructions
- 1Place the eggs in a saucepan, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover, remove from heat, and let sit for 12 minutes.
- 2Transfer the eggs to an ice bath and cool for 5 minutes, then peel them under cool running water.
- 3Slice each egg in half lengthwise and pop the yolks into a bowl, arranging the whites on a plate.
- 4Mash the yolks with the mayonnaise, Dijon, apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- 5Spoon or pipe the filling back into the hollows of the egg whites.
- 6Dust with smoked paprika, sprinkle with chives if using, and chill until ready to serve.
Nutrition (per serving)
Recipe FAQ
How do I get eggs that peel cleanly?
Use eggs that are a week or more old, shock them in an ice bath right after cooking, and peel them under running water. The cold shock separates the membrane from the white.
How long do deviled eggs keep?
Store them covered in the fridge for up to two days. For make-ahead ease, keep the filling and whites separate and assemble shortly before serving.
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