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High-Protein Deviled Eggs

High-Protein Deviled Eggs

A high-protein twist on classic deviled eggs, featuring optional chopped chicken or turkey and fresh herbs, finished with lemon juice and cucumber.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large eggs hard-boiled and peeled
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped cooked chicken optional
  • 1/4 cup chopped cooked turkey optional
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cucumber optional

Method
 

  1. Place the hard-boiled eggs in a large bowl and mash them with a fork until they're well broken down.
  2. Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and mix until smooth.
  3. Stir in the chopped cooked chicken or turkey, if using.
  4. Transfer the egg mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
  5. Pipe the egg mixture into the egg whites, filling them to the top.
  6. Top each deviled egg with a sprinkle of chopped fresh chives and parsley.
  7. Refrigerate the deviled eggs for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavours to meld.
  8. Just before serving, drizzle the deviled eggs with lemon juice and garnish with chopped fresh cucumber, if desired.

Notes

The optional chicken, turkey, and cucumber add extra protein and freshness. Refrigeration time is included in cook_time.