How many times has this happened: there you are at a party, proudly placing your platter of deviled eggs on the table. You’ve worked hard on those deviled eggs, using perfectly peeled Happy Eggs (because you have excellent taste). But after the party, you find yourself stuck with more leftovers than you expected.
You can’t let those deviled eggs go to waste, so what do you do? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with nine ways to use leftover deviled eggs for entirely new dishes!
1. Easy Egg Salad
Why start from scratch when you can mash up those deviled eggs into a creamy, flavorful egg salad? Just chop them up, mix them with some extra mayo or mustard (if they need a refresh), and spread them on your favorite bread for a sandwich that’s ready in minutes.
2. Breakfast Burrito Filler
Scrambled eggs get all the glory, but deviled eggs can add a bold, tangy twist to your breakfast burrito. Dice them up, toss in some bacon, avocado, shredded cheese, and salsa, and then wrap it all in a warm tortilla. Hello, delicious breakfast!
3. Avocado Deviled Egg Toast
Avocado toast is good on its own, but it’s better with leftover deviled eggs! Chop up those leftovers and put them over toasted sourdough. Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or everything bagel seasoning for extra flavor.
4. Potato Salad Booster
Okay, hear us out. You can totally amp up classic potato salad by adding deviled eggs. The rich yolk mixture blends seamlessly with the potatoes and adds extra protein to this popular side dish.
5. Top a Grain Bowl
Deviled eggs make a delicious protein boost for grain bowls. Think quinoa, brown rice, or farro topped with roasted veggies, greens, and a few sliced deviled eggs. Drizzle with your favorite dressing or hot sauce for a vibrant meal.
6. Deviled Egg Fried Rice
Chop up your deviled eggs and toss them into a sizzling pan of fried rice. All that creamy, eggy filling melts right into the rice - yum!
7. Stuffed Mushrooms
Scoop out the egg yolk filling in your leftover deviled eggs and mix it with breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and herbs. Spoon it into mushroom caps and bake until golden. You’ll thank us later.
8. Egg-Topped Burger
Ready for a decadent upgrade to your burger? Add a sliced deviled egg on top. The creamy egg mixture is to die for on the sizzling hot patty, creating such a flavorful bite you’ll wonder why you’ve been using plain fried eggs on your burger all this time.
9. Make a Lunch Wrap
Use a low-carb tortilla or a crisp lettuce leaf to make a quick, keto-friendly lunch wrap. Chop up the deviled eggs, mix in a little dill pickle relish, and you’ve got a flavorful meal that’s light and satisfying.
Bonus Tip: Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs, Every Time
Let’s be real: deviled eggs are only as good as the hard-boiled eggs you start with. Struggling with stubborn shells? Check out our egg peeling hacks to make peeling those perfect Happy Eggs a breeze. No more torn whites or frustration—just smooth, ready-to-devil eggs.