Green Eggs Ham Spinach Filling (Printable version)

A colorful appetizer combining creamy spinach filling and crispy ham for a fresh flavor.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Filling

02 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach, packed
03 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
04 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
07 - Salt and ground black pepper to taste

→ Topping

08 - 2 ounces thinly sliced ham, crisped
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or chives, finely chopped

# Directions:

01 - Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
02 - Transfer eggs to an ice bath to cool completely. Peel and slice eggs in half lengthwise.
03 - Carefully remove yolks and place them in a food processor.
04 - Sauté spinach in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes until wilted. Let cool, then squeeze out excess moisture.
05 - Add wilted spinach, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chives, salt, and pepper to the yolks in the food processor. Blend until smooth and vibrant green.
06 - Spoon or pipe the spinach mixture into the egg white halves.
07 - In a small skillet, cook ham over medium-high heat until crispy for 2 to 3 minutes, then let cool and crumble.
08 - Top deviled eggs with crispy ham and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Chill until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Stunning visual appeal with vibrant green filling that makes a statement on any platter
  • Quick and easy preparation in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Naturally gluten-free and packed with protein from eggs and ham
  • Perfect balance of creamy, tangy filling and crispy, salty topping
  • Make-ahead friendly for stress-free entertaining
02 -
  • Use eggs that are at least a week old—they peel much more easily than fresh eggs
  • Blend the filling until completely smooth for the most luxurious, restaurant-quality texture
  • Crisp the ham until it's almost burnt for maximum crunch and concentrated flavor
  • Taste the filling before piping and adjust seasoning—it should be slightly over-seasoned since the egg whites are bland
  • Keep finished deviled eggs chilled right up until serving time for food safety and best flavor
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