Greek Olive Devilled Eggs
Equipment
- medium bowl
- Silicone muffin cups
- Large Plate
- Fork
- Knife
- spoon
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 cup water
- 1½ tablespoons plain Greek yoghurt
- 1½ tablespoons Kalamata olives pitted and finely chopped
- 1½ tablespoons goat cheese crumbled
- â…› teaspoon salt
- â…› teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1½ tablespoons fresh mint finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 120°C for 3 minutes. Place the eggs in silicone muffin cups and arrange them in the air fryer basket. Cook for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the ice cubes and water in a medium bowl. Transfer the cooked eggs immediately to the ice bath and leave for 5 minutes. Peel the eggs carefully and cut them in half lengthwise. Remove the yolks and place them in a separate bowl. Arrange the egg white halves on a plate. Mash the yolks with the Greek yoghurt, Kalamata olives, goat cheese, salt and black pepper until well combined. Spoon the filling into the egg white halves. Garnish with fresh mint and serve.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Cool the eggs immediately in ice water after air frying. This stops the cooking process and makes them easier to peel. Finely chop the Kalamata olives so they distribute evenly through the yolk filling. For the smoothest filling, mash the egg yolks thoroughly before mixing in the yoghurt, olives and goat cheese. The eggs can also be cut crosswise instead of lengthwise. This creates smaller, deeper cavities for the filling and gives each bite a slightly different balance of egg white and filling.Nutrition values
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About Greek Olive Devilled Eggs
Greek Olive Devilled Eggs give the familiar devilled egg a Mediterranean twist with creamy Greek yoghurt, salty Kalamata olives, tangy goat cheese and fresh mint. Instead of boiling the eggs in water, this recipe uses the Airfryer, making it an easy addition to a collection of simple air fryer recipes.
The combination works particularly well because the rich egg yolks are balanced by the freshness of yoghurt and mint. Kalamata olives provide a savoury, slightly fruity flavour, while goat cheese adds creaminess and a gentle tang. The result is more distinctive than a traditional mayonnaise-based devilled egg without becoming complicated.
Cooking Eggs in the Air Fryer
Cooking whole eggs in an air fryer is surprisingly straightforward. Silicone muffin cups keep the eggs from rolling around the basket while they cook. At 120°C, the eggs cook gently for about 15 minutes before being transferred directly to an ice bath.
The cold water is an important part of the method. It quickly stops the residual heat from continuing to cook the yolks and also helps with peeling. Air fryers vary in temperature accuracy and airflow, so the exact cooking time may need a small adjustment for a particular appliance.
A Mediterranean Filling
Traditional devilled eggs often rely on mayonnaise and mustard. Here, Greek yoghurt creates a lighter, pleasantly tangy base. The chopped Kalamata olives add saltiness, which is complemented by the creamy goat cheese.
Fresh mint is added at the end rather than mixed heavily into the filling. This keeps its flavour bright and gives the finished eggs a fresh aroma. These ingredients make the recipe a natural fit alongside other Eggs, Appetizer and Fingerfood recipes.
Serving Greek Devilled Eggs
These eggs are particularly useful when you need a small cold dish that can be prepared ahead. Serve them as an appetizer, snack or part of a larger selection of finger food. They also work nicely for Brunch, Easter, picnics and party platters.
For a Greek-inspired spread, combine them with olives, tomatoes, cucumber, pita bread and other small Mediterranean dishes. Because each egg half is already an individual portion, they are easy to serve without extra cutlery.
Preparing Them Ahead
The eggs can be cooked and peeled ahead of time and kept refrigerated until needed. For the freshest appearance, prepare the filling and assemble the eggs closer to serving time. Keep them chilled because both cooked eggs and dairy products are perishable.
When preparing eggs for parties or picnics, safe refrigeration is especially important. For current guidance on storing and serving cooked eggs safely, consult the U.S. Food and Drug Administration egg safety guidance.
Simple Variations
The basic filling is easy to adjust. Add a little extra yoghurt for a softer texture or increase the goat cheese for a richer filling. A small amount of lemon zest can add freshness without introducing much additional liquid. Fresh dill or parsley can replace the mint when you prefer a different herb.
However you vary them, the combination of eggs, Kalamata olives, yoghurt and goat cheese keeps these devilled eggs firmly Mediterranean in character. They are compact, colourful and practical for everything from a relaxed weekend snack to a festive appetizer platter.