Keto Creamy Basil Egg Halves are a delicious low-carb treat perfect for a snack or appetizer, featuring creamy filling with fresh basil.
Author:Ghalina
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes
Total Time:22 minutes
Yield:12 egg halves 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Boiling and Mixing
Cuisine:Keto
Diet:Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
6 large eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Hard boil the eggs by placing them in a pot of water and bringing it to a boil. Once boiling, cover and remove from heat, letting them sit for 12 minutes.
Cool the eggs in ice water for 5 minutes, then peel them.
Slice the eggs in half lengthwise and remove the yolks into a mixing bowl.
Add mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, chopped basil, salt, and pepper to the yolks and mix until creamy.
Fill the egg white halves with the creamy yolk mixture.
Garnish with additional basil if desired and serve chilled.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the filling.
These can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Adjust the amount of basil according to your taste preference.