Deviled eggs always bring a crowd-pleasing touch to start a meal or small party. Using guacamole as the base is a heart-healthy way to indulge in deviled eggs, as avocado subs for the majority of egg yolk in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Nutrition Facts
Calories | 71 | |
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Total Fat | 4.5 g | |
Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | |
Trans Fat | 0.0 g | |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | |
Monounsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | |
Cholesterol | 42 mg | |
Sodium | 129 mg | |
Total Carbohydrate | 3 g | |
Dietary Fiber | 2 g | |
Sugars | 1 g | |
Protein | 5 g |
Dietary Exchanges
1 lean meat
Ingredients
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9 large eggs -
1 medium avocado, halved and pitted -
1 to 2 Italian plum (Roma) tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped (about 1/3 cup) -
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions -
2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream -
1 to 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh jalapeños, seeds and ribs discarded (optional) -
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lime juice -
1/4 teaspoon salt -
Pinch of pepper -
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Directions
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Add the eggs to a large pot. Fill the pot with enough water to cover the eggs. Bring to a boil over high heat. As soon as the water comes to a boil, remove the pan from the heat. Cover. Let stand for 10 minutes. Drain. Transfer the eggs to a bowl filled with cold water. -
When the eggs are cool enough to handle, remove the shells. Slice each egg in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks. Add 2 whole egg yolks to a medium bowl. (Save the remaining 7 egg yolks for another use.) Place the egg white halves on a platter. -
Using a spoon, scoop the avocado into the bowl with the egg yolks. Using a fork, mash together. -
Stir in the tomatoes, green onions, sour cream, jalapeño, lime juice, salt, and pepper. -
Using a teaspoon or small (1-inch) portion scoop, place the avocado mixture into each egg white half, dividing the mixture equally. Sprinkle each with 1/4 teaspoon cilantro.
Cooking Tip: Be sure to remove the seeds of the tomato. Otherwise, they make the guacamole too runny.
Keep it Healthy: More egg whites were used than egg yolks to limit the saturated fat, which is found in the yolks.
Tip: For a fancy presentation, such as for a party or holiday appetizer, add the avocado mixture to a quart-size resealable plastic bag. Using kitchen scissors, snip a small hole in one of the bottom corners. Squeeze the mixture through the hole in a circular motion, creating swirls, to fill each egg white.