Cottage Cheese Deviled Eggs Recipe (High Protein)
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Jump to RecipeThese cottage cheese deviled eggs are a great high protein appetizer for a cookout, potluck, or party – a creamy and savory take on a classic recipe! Made without mayonnaise, these eggs have a fantastic creamy filling that has so much flavor.
These cottage cheese egg bites are a fun and simple appetizer that everyone will love. Ready in under 30 minutes and easy to make ahead!
Want more high protein appetizers? Try our cottage cheese pasta salad, plant-based lettuce wraps, and our crowd-pleaser Thai quinoa salad!
Does it get any more Midwestern than this? As a gal from the central states, I had to create this fun twist on deviled eggs with cottage cheese. They are super high protein, filling, and a great appetizer for a crowd.
Cottage cheese: you either love it or hate it. I happen to be in the first camp, so I love adding cottage cheese to all kinds of great recipes: cottage cheese pasta salad, high protein breakfast bowls, and now my cottage cheese deviled eggs. The cottage cheese replaces mayo, so this is a great alternative if you don’t like the taste of mayonnaise!
This Cottage Cheese Deviled Eggs Recipe Is:
- Creamy
- Savory
- Simple to Make
- Loaded with Flavor
- A great vegetarian side dish
- High Protein and Gluten Free
30 Minute Side Dishes for Entertaining
This cottage cheese deviled eggs recipe is what I call an Easy Entertaining Recipe – which is on your table in under 30 minutes. These quick and simple recipes are perfect for those last-minute potluck invites, or when you just want a healthy homecooked appetizer but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.
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Ingredient You’ll Need
- Hard-boiled eggs: use my easy-peel method for perfect hardboiled eggs every single time! Seriously, not a single shell with stick to the eggs! You can use fresh eggs or ones that are closer to the expiration, and it won’t matter.
- Cottage Cheese
- Whole Grain or Dijon Mustard
- Sweet Relish – to give this dish a little extra sweetness. I love this classic sweet relish which has a nice crunch and a sweet and tangy flavor.
- Paprika – to garnish – for a hint of spice and great flavor!
Be sure to visit the recipe card below for full ingredient amounts and recipe instructions!
A Great Creamy Deviled Egg Recipe For Entertaining!
This deviled eggs with cottage cheese recipe is fantastic to make ahead of time for a party, potluck, or gathering. Making this recipe in advance allows you to skip any cooking or prep on the day-of.
This is a great recipe to entertain with, or bring to an event. A crowd-pleaser that everyone is sure to love!
How to Make This Recipe
Step 1: Hardboil and peel your eggs. Cut them in half. Place the egg whites on a plate, and the yolks in a mixing bowl.
Step 2: To the yolks, add the cottage cheese, sweet relish, mustard, salt, and pepper.
Step 3: With a fork, mash the egg yolks and combine all the ingredients together into a smooth filling.
Step 4: Take about 1 tablespoon of filling, and scoop it into the egg whites. Repeat until all egg whites are filled.
Step 5: Sprinkle each deviled egg half with paprika.
Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! Cottage cheese is a great choice, and adds extra protein and creaminess to the filling replacing mayonnaise or other fats typically used. Using low or non-fat cottage cheese is a good alternative for those looking to lower fat or calories.
You can use any type of cottage cheese you prefer, but I like using a small curd or whipped cottage cheese for a smooth texture. For a low fat option, you can use reduced fat or non-fat cottage cheese too.
Yes, you can prepare the eggs and the filling ahead of time and store them separately. Assemble the eggs right before serving to keep them fresh.
More Party Appetizer Recipe Ideas
- Sour cream cucumber salad
- Plum bruschetta with ricotta cheese
- Asian bean salad
- Cold udon salad
- Caprese spinach salad
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Cottage Cheese Deviled Eggs
Ingredients
- 6 hard-boiled eggs
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon sweet relish chopped
- Sea Salt and Black Pepper
- Sprinkle paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Hard-boil and peel your eggs. Cut them in half. Place the egg whites on a plate, and the yolks in a mixing bowl.
- To the yolks, add the cottage cheese, sweet relish, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- With a fork, mash the egg yolks and combine all the ingredients together into a smooth filling.
- Take about 1 tablespoon of filling, and scoop it into the egg whites. Repeat until all egg whites are filled.
- Sprinkle each deviled egg half with paprika.
Nutrition
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What a wonderful taste of protein. Love it