Mediterranean Deviled Eggs

America’s favorite snack and appetizer is making a comeback!

New deviled egg recipes are popping up in cookbooks and cooking magazines as well as on cooking television shows. Many of these new versions create a buzz by using unique ingredients such as shrimp, bacon, or different cheeses. Some even use wild flavor enhancers such as ranch salad dressing and fiery chili pepper seasoning.
However, the traditional deviled egg recipe—featuring creamy mayonnaise, pickle relish, and paprika with the rich yolks—is still the most treasured variety today. Unfortunately, this version can wreak havoc on nearly any diet.
Many people with diabetes may think that deviled eggs are a “safe” option because they’re so low in carbohydrates. However, they’re loaded with fat, saturated fat, and cholesterol—nutrients that we all need to limit in our everyday diets. In fact, a traditional deviled egg recipe can run more than 120 calories with about 10 grams of fat per serving (2 filled egg halves). That means that nearly three-fourths of the calories in this rich appetizer come from fat.
With our enlightened recipe, you can still enjoy each luscious bite without all the guilt. The fat-laden yolks are removed and replaced with a creamy and flavorful, hummus filling, and topped with fresh vegetables and herbs. Indulge in this favorite food without all of the negative nutrient counts—
one serving is roughly one-third of the calories and fat of the traditional version!