Green Goddess Deviled Eggs with Avocado
A festive and creamy twist on classic deviled eggs, featuring a vibrant green avocado and herb filling that's both delicious and visually appealing. This american-inspired kid friendly (vegan) ready in about 25 minutes pairs Large eggs, Avocado, Mayonnaise for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 Large eggs
- 1, ripe, pitted and peeled Avocado
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 tbsp, chopped Dill
- 1 tbsp, chopped Chives
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
- for garnish Paprika
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 6 large eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat; let stand for 12 minutes. Transfer eggs to ice water and chill for 15 minutes, then peel and cut in half lengthwise.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mash 1 ripe avocado with 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lime juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Add 1 tbsp chopped dill and 1 tbsp chopped chives to the avocado mixture and stir to combine.
- Step 4: Spoon the avocado mixture into the egg whites, filling each half generously.
- Step 5: Sprinkle with a pinch of paprika for a festive touch.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Green Goddess Deviled Eggs with Avocado take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (25 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Green Goddess Deviled Eggs with Avocado?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large eggs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Green Goddess Deviled Eggs with Avocado?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Green Goddess Deviled Eggs with Avocado for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Green Goddess Deviled Eggs with Avocado vegan?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made this for my family and everyone asked for the recipe.
- ★★★★★
Kids gobbled it up without complaints — that's a 5-star in my book.
- ★★★★☆
Solid recipe. Not groundbreaking but definitely making it again.
