Spicy Deviled Egg Salad with Smoked Paprika and Chives

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-03 · Updated 2026-05-03

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A vibrant deviled egg salad with a kick of smoked paprika and fresh chives, perfect as a side or sandwich filling. This American-inspired brunch recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, combines hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 6, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. 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.

Prep: 15 min Serves 6 American cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

10 large, peeled and chopped hard-boiled eggs
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon hot sauce. Whisk together until smooth.
Step 2: Add 10 chopped hard-boiled eggs to the bowl along with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Gently fold the eggs into the dressing, maintaining some texture.
Step 3: Stir in 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives until evenly distributed.
Step 4: Chill the deviled egg salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Step 5: Serve chilled as a salad or spread on toasted bread for a flavorful sandwich.