Green Avocado Deviled Eggs (Printable Version)

Creamy avocado and fresh herbs bring vibrant flavor to classic deviled eggs, perfect for spring gatherings.

# What You'll 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, optional

# Method:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • They come together in under 30 minutes, which means you can make them the morning of your party without stress.
  • The vibrant green filling actually impresses people, and nobody needs to know how effortlessly they come together.
  • Unlike traditional deviled eggs, the avocado keeps them from feeling heavy or too rich.
02 -
  • Avocado browns quickly once exposed to air, so add that extra squeeze of lemon juice and serve them as close to party time as possible.
  • If you're making these ahead, lay plastic wrap directly on the filling surface to minimize browning and keep everything fresh-tasting.
03 -
  • The ice bath is non-negotiable; it stops the cooking instantly and makes peeling almost meditative rather than frustrating.
  • Fill a piping bag fitted with a large round tip for restaurant-quality presentation that takes about two seconds longer than spooning.
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