Green Avocado Deviled Eggs (Printable)

Creamy avocado and fresh herbs create a vibrant, healthy springtime appetizer full of flavor.

# What You Need:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Filling

02 - 1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
03 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
04 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
06 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
08 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

11 - Extra chopped chives and dill
12 - Paprika or chili flakes as needed

# Steps:

01 - Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pan, remove from heat, and let stand for 10-12 minutes.
02 - Transfer eggs to an ice bath to cool completely. Once cooled, carefully peel the eggs and slice in half lengthwise.
03 - Gently scoop out the yolks into a medium mixing bowl. Add avocado, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chives, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mash and mix until the mixture reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
04 - Spoon or pipe the green avocado filling back into the egg white halves, distributing evenly.
05 - Top each deviled egg with extra fresh herbs and a light sprinkle of paprika or chili flakes if desired.
06 - Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve chilled as an appetizer.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal hands-on time
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly
  • Beautiful bright green color that impresses guests
  • Healthier than traditional deviled eggs thanks to avocado
  • Perfect for spring and summer entertaining
  • Easy to customize with your favorite herbs and spices
02 -
  • Use eggs that are at least a week old for easier peeling
  • Add eggs to cold water before boiling to prevent cracking
  • The ice bath stops the cooking process and prevents green rings around the yolks
  • Choose a ripe but firm avocado for the best texture and flavor
  • Add extra lemon juice to help maintain the bright green color
  • Use a piping bag for restaurant-quality presentation
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