No Mayo Deviled Eggs are made with healthy Greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise for a creamy filling that is a delicious twist on traditional deviled eggs.
This recipe was originally posted in 2017, the photos and content have been updated.
Deviled eggs are a favorite on the appetizer table. They are bite-sized, easy to eat and are the perfect addition to a charcuterie board.
Deviled eggs are made with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise, are a much healthier option and they taste so good! We love how the yogurt and mustard add a slightly tangy flavor, and I'm sure you will too.
Why you will love this recipe
- It's an easy recipe that is a healthy appetizer or snack that requires only four ingredients!
- Deviled eggs are so versatile. Change them up by adding different ingredients, see suggestions below.
- Greek yogurt deviled eggs are an excellent source of protein.
Here is what you will need to make this healthy deviled eggs recipe
Ingredients
- Eggs
- Plain Greek yogurt
- Dijon Mustard
- Sea Salt to taste
Equipment
How to make this no mayo deviled eggs recipe
Step 1. Boil the eggs
Place the eggs into a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the eggs to a rolling boil. Turn the heat off, cover the pan and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 15 minutes.
Step 2. Drain and cool the eggs
Drain the hot water from the eggs, and rinse them in cold water. Once they are cool enough to handle peel them.
Step 3. Slice the eggs
Slice each egg in half horizontally, and use a teaspoon spoon to scoop out the egg yolks from the egg whites.
Step 4. Blend the egg yolk mixture
Set the egg white halves aside, and place the egg yolks, Greek yogurt and mustard into the bowl of a food processor.
Step 5. Blend the ingredients.
Blend the egg yolk mixture into a creamy texture. Season to taste with sea salt.
Step 6. Fill the egg whites
Use a teaspoon, a piping bag or pastry bag to fill the egg whites with the yolk and yogurt filling.
Step 7. Garnish and serve
Garnish the eggs with chopped olives, pickle relish, chopped roasted red pepper, pickles, or peppers, and a little paprika, sea salt and black pepper.
Note: If you don't have a food processor, a high-speed blender, electric mixer, and even a fork can be used to mash the egg yolks with Greek yogurt.
The complete list of ingredients to make this recipe is above. Below are notes about some of the ingredients, along with ideas for substitutes.
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
Greek Yogurt - Regular plain yogurt, Icelandic yogurt or sour cream can be substituted with an equal amount of Greek yogurt in this recipe.
Dijon Mustard - Dijon mustard can be substituted with spicy brown mustard or yellow mustard.
Deviled Egg Recipe Variations
Add any of the following to the food processor with the egg yolk and yogurt mixture:
- Hot and Spicy - 1 tablespoon of sriracha sauce and a sprinkle of paprika.
- Hot and Smokey - 1 tablespoon of your favorite hot sauce and sprinkle with smoked paprika.
- Southern Style - 1 tablespoon of sweet pickle relish and a splash of pickle juice
- Pesto Eggs - 1 ½ tablespoons of your favorite pesto
- Mexican Style - 1 tablespoon salsa and chopped jalapeno, a pinch of garlic powder for spicy Mexican style
- Smokey Eggs - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika and bacon crumbles.
- Savory and Hot - 1 teaspoon (more or less to taste) of horseradish
- Ranch Deviled Eggs- replace Greek yogurt with Greek yogurt ranch dressing.
- Diary Free- replace Greek yogurt with hummus or dairy-free yogurt
- Mayo version - If mayonnaise is your favorite way to enjoy deviled eggs, use mayo or use half mayonnaise and half yogurt.
Serving Suggestions
Serve no-mayo deviled eggs as a bite-sized party appetizer, snack, light lunch or breakfast. They are a great source of protein for lunch try them with a kale salad, brussels sprout salad or a veggie sandwich.
How to Store Leftover Deviled Eggs
Deviled eggs taste best fresh, but they will keep for up to two days in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Make-ahead instructions
Boil the eggs and store them in the refrigerator for up to three days. Just before serving, peel the eggs, slice them and make the filling.
Recipe Tips & Questions
Tips
- Add ½ tablespoon of baking soda to the water when boiling the eggs. This will help to easily remove the shells.
- Refrigerate deviled eggs until just before serving, and don't let them stay at room temperature for longer than two hours.
Questions
If deviled eggs are watery, add one of two more mashed egg yolks.
If the deviled egg filling is too thick, gradually add olive oil or a little bit more of Greek yogurt.
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Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons [dijon] or brown mustard
- ⅛ teaspoon [sea salt] more or less to taste
Instructions
- place the eggs into a pan and cover them with water, and bring them to a boil.
- once the water boils, turn the heat off and let the eggs sit in the hot water for about 15 minutes.
- rinse the eggs under cold water to cool them off.
- once the eggs are cool enough to handle peel them and slice in half horizontally.
- scoop out the yolks and set the whites aside.
- place the yolks into a food processor, add a ¼ cup Greek yogurt, 2 teaspoons mustard; blend until the mixture is creamy.
- Using a teaspoon, scoop out the yolk mixture and drop it into each egg white. Or you can place the yolk mixture into a pastry bag, zip lock bag and cut off one corner. Squeeze the mixture into each egg white - garnish as desired.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used
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Cindy says
These were really tasty and so much healthier too! I’ll definitely make again!
Shari Lynne says
I've never actually made deviled eggs with Greek yogurt. A great healthy option! I'm going to try it. Perfect for all the leftover Easter eggs!
anne says
I hope you like them Shari!
Sarah says
I would have never thought to do it with Greek Yogurt. Amazing!
Fiorenza says
Replacing mayo with greek yogurt is something that sounds just perfect to me! A very good tips