Ricotta High Protein Deviled Eggs
A creamy, protein-dense twist on traditional deviled eggs made with whole milk ricotta cheese and Dijon mustard. Rich in nutrients to keep you satisfied and energized.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
10 min
Makes
2 servings
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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.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
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.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
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.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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
0 min
Total
10 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Store leftover deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Instructions
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Next: Halve 6 hard-boiled eggs lengthwise and gently…
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Halve 6 hard-boiled eggs lengthwise and gently…
Halve 6 hard-boiled eggs lengthwise and gently scoop the yolks into a medium mixing bowl, placing the egg white halves on a serving plate.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Add whole milk ricotta cheese
Add whole milk ricotta cheese, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl with the yolks.
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Season with a pinch of fine salt…
Season with a pinch of fine salt and ground black pepper.
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Mash the mixture thoroughly with a fork…
Mash the mixture thoroughly with a fork until smooth and creamy.
Look for: smooth and creamy
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Spoon or pipe the yolk filling evenly…
Spoon or pipe the yolk filling evenly into the 12 egg white halves.
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Dust the tops evenly with smoked paprika…
Dust the tops evenly with smoked paprika before serving.
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