Description
Elevate classic Tuna Stuffed Deviled Eggs with a protein-packed twist that brings Mediterranean charm to your appetizer spread. Rich, creamy filling combines zesty tuna and smooth egg yolks, promising a delightful bite you’ll crave at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 can (5 ounces / 142 grams) tuna, drained
- 6 large eggs
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Binding and Creamy Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Immerse eggs in a pot of cold water, ensuring they’re fully submerged. Bring water to a rolling boil, then remove from heat, cover, and let eggs rest for 12 minutes to achieve perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs.
- Immediately transfer eggs to an ice water bath for 5 minutes to halt cooking process. Gently peel eggs under cool running water, ensuring smooth egg white surfaces.
- Slice eggs precisely in half lengthwise using a sharp knife. Carefully extract golden yolks into a mixing bowl, creating clean egg white halves for filling.
- Incorporate canned tuna, creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, zesty lemon juice, finely chopped green onions, and seasoning into the yolk mixture. Whisk ingredients until achieving a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Use a piping bag or spoon to elegantly refill egg white cavities with the tuna-yolk blend, creating attractive mounded surfaces.
- Dust the filled eggs with a light sprinkle of vibrant paprika, adding color and subtle smoky flavor just before serving. Chill for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld and enhance presentation.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature before boiling to prevent cracking and promote even cooking.
- Gently tap and roll boiled eggs on a hard surface to create small cracks, making peeling easier under running water.
- Mix tuna filling ingredients thoroughly but avoid overmixing to maintain a light, creamy texture without becoming too dense.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise and use low-sodium tuna to reduce calorie and salt content.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg