Greek Yogurt High-Protein Deviled Eggs
A protein-packed twist on classic deviled eggs using creamy Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard. Perfect for a quick, filling mid-day meal or substantial snack.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Brie + Lila
Brie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
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Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Saucepan · Colander · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
You can store prepared deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Fill a medium saucepan with water and…
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Fill a medium saucepan with water and…
Fill a medium saucepan with water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
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Gently lower 3 large eggs into the…
Gently lower 3 large eggs into the boiling water using a slotted spoon and boil for 10 minutes.
Allow: 10 minutes
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Transfer the cooked eggs immediately into a…
Transfer the cooked eggs immediately into a bowl of cold water and let sit for 5 minutes until cool enough to handle.
Look for: cool enough to handle
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Gently tap the eggs against the counter…
Gently tap the eggs against the counter to crack the shells, peel them completely, and slice each egg in half lengthwise.
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Carefully scoop the hardened egg yolks out…
Carefully scoop the hardened egg yolks out into a small mixing bowl, placing the white halves on a plate.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Add 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
Add 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1/8 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper to the bowl with the yolks.
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Mash and stir the yolk mixture vigorously…
Mash and stir the yolk mixture vigorously with a fork until smooth and well combined.
Look for: smooth and well combined
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Spoon or pipe equal amounts of the…
Spoon or pipe equal amounts of the yolk filling back into the empty egg white cavities.
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Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp paprika before serving…
Sprinkle with 1/4 tsp paprika before serving chilled.
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