Description
These Avocado Deviled Eggs offer a fresh, creamy, and healthier twist on the classic recipe. With the smooth richness of avocado combined with creamy egg yolk, these keto-friendly deviled eggs are a perfect appetizer. Simple to make and full of flavor, they’re a great option for parties, gatherings, or as a snack.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 medium-sized lemon, zested and juiced
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 avocado, diced
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 medium-sized Roma tomato, diced
- 1 medium-sized red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons roasted chickpeas, crushed
Instructions
1️⃣ Boil the Eggs:
- Fill a large saucepan with water, add a tablespoon of salt, and bring to a boil.
- Lower the eggs into the boiling water using a ladle and cook for 10 minutes.
2️⃣ Cool and Peel the Eggs:
- Carefully remove the eggs with a ladle and place them in a bowl of cold water to cool.
- Once cooled, peel the eggs, cut them in half lengthwise, and remove the yolks.
- Place the yolks in a food processor and set the egg whites aside on a serving dish.
3️⃣ Make the Avocado Filling:
- In the food processor, add diced avocado, lemon juice, lemon zest, diced Roma tomato, chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
4️⃣ Pipe the Filling:
- Transfer the avocado mixture into a resealable piping bag and snip off the bottom edge.
- Pipe the creamy filling into the hollowed egg whites.
5️⃣ Prepare the Topping:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil shimmers, add roasted chickpeas and fry for 3-4 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Crush the chickpeas roughly.
6️⃣ Serve:
- Top the filled eggs with the crispy crushed chickpeas. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
✅ Spicy: Add a dash of hot sauce or extra cayenne pepper for a spicier kick.
✅ Herbs: Experiment with herbs like parsley, chives, or dill for different flavor profiles.
✅ Dairy-Free: Naturally dairy-free, making it perfect for dairy-free diets.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Keto, Low-Carb
