Want to know the perfect upgrade to a classic appetizer? Add an avocado to your deviled eggs for an extra dose of healthy fat. Pair with a side of veggies and fruit for a quick and tasty on-the-go meal option, or bring along to a party to wow the crowd. Whichever way you slice them, these guacamole deviled eggs are a huge hit!
Guacamole Deviled Eggs
Recipe type: Appetizer
Cuisine: Italian
Prep time:
Cook time:
Total time:
Serves: 16 pieces
Ingredients
- 8 eggs, hard boiled and peeled
- 1 avocado
- 1 tsp lemon or lime juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- Dash of paprika for garnish
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, cover the eggs with water and bring water to a boil over medium heat.
- Once the water starts to boil, set a timer for 10 minutes and then transfer eggs into an ice bath.
- When the eggs are cool, peel them and slice them in half lengthwise and transfer to a serving plate..
- Spoon out the yolks into a medium mixing bowl.
- Add the avocado and lemon/lime juice and mash them all together with a fork.
- Stir in the garlic powder, sea salt, and pepper.
- Using a spoon or piping bag (if you want to be really precise!), fill each egg half with the filling mixture.
- Garnish with a dash of paprika.