Avocado Deviled Eggs

APPETIZER/SNACK
130 calories per serving | 30 minute recipe

This delicious twist on deviled eggs is so creamy and satisfying, you’d never know it was a healthier version of traditional deviled eggs. This appetizer is packed with protein and B-vitamins from the eggs, as well as heart-healthy fat and fiber from the avocados. The addition of traditional guacamole ingredients—such as lime, cilantro and tomato—added to the filling bring an extra punch of flavor. Serving the guacamole-esq filling in egg halves helps provide a portion-controlled appetizer for the perfect bite before the main course.

Ingredients

• 12 eggs
• 2 medium avocados, chopped
• 1 medium tomato, chopped
• 2 Tbsp. red onion, finely chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp. cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
• 1/4 tsp salt
• Sprinkle of paprika
• 1/2 jalapeño pepper, minced (optional)

Makes 12 servings (2 egg halves). Per serving: 130 calories, 10 g total fat (0 g trans fat), 185 mg cholesterol, 4 g carbohydrates, 7 g protein, 2 g dietary fiber, 120 mg sodium, 1 g sugar, 0 g added sugar.

Directions

1. Hard boil eggs by placing eggs in an even layer in large pot covered by 2 inches of cold water. Heat pan on high and bring to rolling boil. Immediately turn off heat, cover pot with lid and let eggs sit on hot burner for 10 minutes.
2. Transfer eggs to bowl of ice water to cool; peel eggs.
3. Slice eggs lengthwise and scoop out yolks; place yolks in large mixing bowl.
4. Add avocados to yolks and mash with fork until completely mixed.
5. Add remaining ingredients, except paprika. Stir to combine.
6. Carefully scoop about 1 Tbsp. of mixture into each egg white half.
7. Sprinkle with paprika to garnish.
8. Top with jalapeño, if using.