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Eggs are a high-protein option that you can enjoy in many different varieties. And holiday-themed deviled eggs are no exception. This recipe avoid the fats and extra sugars in mayonnaise, but packs the extra protein with Greek yogurt.
Ingredients:
- 6 hard boiled eggs
- 1/4 cup tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh chives, parsley, and/or smoked paprika (for holiday cheer and flavor!)
Instructions:
- Peel hard cooked eggs, slice in half length-wise and scoop out yolks into a small bowl.
- Mash yolks with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the yogurt, dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
- Scoop a teaspoon of the creamy yolk mixture into each egg white half and arrange on a plate.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped chives, parsley, and/or smoked paprika.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill.
Nutritional Information
- Serving Size: 2 egg halves (will vary depending on yogurt used)
- Calories: 85
- Fat: 5 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Carbohydrate: 1 g
- (Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g