A tangy twist on a classic favorite; these beet-pickled deviled eggs get their color and zip from a soak in an easy beet brine before filling.
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Serving Size
12
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Total Time
6 hours 30 minutes
Ingredients
Pickled-Beet Mixture
2 cups water
1 beet, washed, peeled, and chopped
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons granulated sugar or sweetener of choice
Deviled Egg Filling
1 dozen hard-boiled eggs, peeled and cooled
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
6 tablespoons mayonnaise
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients
Paprika for garnish
1 tablespoon washed and chopped dill for garnish
Directions
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Combine water, beets, apple cider vinegar, salt, and sugar in a large pot and bring it to a boil.
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Remove from heat and strain liquid to remove beet chunks. Let the pickled-beet mixture cool completely.
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Place peeled boiled eggs in a large container and pour beet liquid over them, making sure all eggs are fully submerged.
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Cover and let them sit in the fridge for at least 6 hours.
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Remove eggs from beet liquid, slice them in half lengthwise, and carefully scoop the yolks into a bowl.
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Mash the egg yolks with a fork and mix in Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper. Stir together until smooth.
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Arrange egg halves on a large serving platter and spoon yolk mixture into each half.
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Top with paprika and dill. Enjoy!