These avocado deviled eggs with smoked turkey bacon turn the classic into a creamy, smoky, keto-friendly bite. Ripe avocado and soft yolks mash together with Dijon mustard, lime juice and garlic before crispy turkey bacon crumbles fold in. Six filled halves later, the platter looks like it took far more effort than it did.
Step aside, traditional deviled eggs! We’re giving this classic party appetizer a vibrant, modern makeover. By swapping mayonnaise for creamy, heart-healthy avocado and adding a savory crunch from smoked turkey bacon, we’ve created a deviled egg that’s not only delicious but packed with flavor. The zesty lime and hint of cayenne cut through the richness, making each bite an unforgettable experience. Perfect for holiday gatherings, game day, or a healthy, protein-packed snack!
Ingredients
• 6 large eggs
• 1 large ripe avocado
• 6 slices smoked turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 2 Tbsp / 30 ml Dijon mustard
• 1 Tbsp / 15 ml fresh lime juice
• 1 Tbsp / 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
• 1 Tbsp / 7 g (0.25 oz) dried onion flakes
• 1 tsp / 6 g (0.21 oz) garlic salt
• 1 pinch Cayenne pepper, or to taste
Instructions
1. Preparation
2. Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a rolling boil. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to cool, then peel and slice in half lengthwise.
3. In a large mixing bowl, mash the flesh of one ripe avocado until smooth.
4. Gently scoop the yolks out of the egg whites and add them to the bowl with the avocado. Add the crumbled turkey bacon, mustard, minced garlic, lime juice, onion flakes, cayenne pepper, and garlic salt. Mix vigorously until the filling is smooth and creamy.
5. Carefully spoon or pipe the avocado mixture into each egg white half. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutritional Information
• Nutrition & Details
• Servings: 6
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Calories: 162
• Total Fat: 13g
• Total Carbohydrates: 4.4g (0.16 oz)
• Dietary Fiber: 2.3g
• Net Carbs: 0.5g (0.02 oz)
• Protein: 9.36g
Pro Tips
• For a super smooth and creamy filling, use a food processor or an immersion blender to mix the yolk and avocado mixture.
• To prevent the avocado filling from browning, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto its surface before refrigerating.
• For easy and elegant filling, transfer the mixture to a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off.
• Use slightly older eggs, about a week old, as they are often easier to peel cleanly after boiling.
FAQ
Q: How do you keep avocado deviled eggs from turning brown
A: This recipe uses fresh lime juice, which helps prevent the avocado filling from browning. For best results, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the filling before refrigerating to minimize air exposure.
Q: Can I make these deviled eggs ahead of time
A: Yes, these are perfect for making ahead. The recipe recommends refrigerating for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld. For best quality, prepare them up to 24 hours in advance and keep them covered in the refrigerator.
Q: Are these avocado deviled eggs keto-friendly
A: Absolutely. With only 0.5g (0.02 oz) of net carbs per serving, these deviled eggs are an excellent low-carb and keto-friendly appetizer or snack.
Q: What can I use instead of turkey bacon
A: If you don’t have turkey bacon, you can easily substitute it with regular crispy bacon, crumbled prosciutto, or omit it entirely for a vegetarian version. For a different flavor, try adding finely chopped chives or cilantro.
Pro Tips
- For a super smooth and creamy filling, use a food processor or an immersion blender to mix the yolks and avocado together instead of mashing by hand.
- To prevent the avocado filling from browning, press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto its surface before refrigerating.
- For easy and elegant filling, transfer the mixture to a piping bag – or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off – and pipe it into the egg white halves.
- Use slightly older eggs, about a week old, as they are often easier to peel cleanly after boiling; the boil-then-stand method (12 minutes off the heat) followed by an ice bath helps too.
- Cover and refrigerate the filled eggs for at least one hour before serving so the flavors have time to meld.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I keep the avocado filling from turning brown?
Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the filling before refrigerating – no air touching the avocado means no browning. The lime juice in the recipe helps too.
Why are my hard-boiled eggs so hard to peel?
Very fresh eggs stick to their shells. Use eggs that are about a week old, and cool them in an ice bath after the 12-minute off-heat stand for cleaner peeling.
Can I make these deviled eggs ahead?
Fill them ahead and press plastic wrap onto the filling surface before refrigerating. They need at least one hour in the fridge for the flavors to meld before serving.
Are these deviled eggs keto?
Each of the 6 servings has 162 calories, 13g fat, 9.36g protein and 4.4g carbs, and the avocado brings plenty of fiber along with the healthy fats.
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Avocado Deviled Eggs with Smoked Turkey Bacon
Ingredients
Method
- Preparation
- Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a rolling boil.
- Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 12 minutes.
- Transfer to an ice bath to cool, then peel and slice in half lengthwise.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the flesh of one ripe avocado until smooth.
- Gently scoop the yolks out of the egg whites and add them to the bowl with the avocado.
- Add the crumbled turkey bacon, mustard, minced garlic, lime juice, onion flakes, cayenne pepper, and garlic salt.
- Mix vigorously until the filling is smooth and creamy.
- Carefully spoon or pipe the avocado mixture into each egg white half.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
