Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs Everything (Printer-friendly)

Creamy eggs blended with smoked salmon and bagel seasoning, ideal for casual brunch or quick appetizers.

# What You'll Need:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Filling

02 - 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
03 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
04 - 2 ounces smoked salmon, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
07 - Salt, to taste
08 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Topping

09 - 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning
10 - 1 tablespoon smoked salmon, shredded (optional)
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Arrange eggs in a saucepan and cover fully with cold water. Bring water to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 9 to 10 minutes.
02 - Transfer eggs to an ice bath and allow them to cool for 5 minutes. Carefully peel each egg.
03 - Halve eggs lengthwise with a sharp knife. Gently remove yolks and place them in a mixing bowl.
04 - Mash yolks together with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until a smooth mixture is achieved.
05 - Add finely chopped smoked salmon and chives to the yolk mixture. Stir until fully blended.
06 - Pipe or spoon the prepared filling into the egg white halves, ensuring an even distribution.
07 - Sprinkle the surface of each filled egg with everything bagel seasoning. Garnish with extra smoked salmon and dill if preferred.
08 - Serve deviled eggs chilled for optimum freshness and flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These deviled eggs are your brunch shortcut to effortless elegance—the smoked salmon gives just enough luxury for zero fuss.
  • Everything seasoning adds a crunch and pop that turns a classic into a crave-worthy bite you'll want at every celebration.
02 -
  • Peeling eggs while they're just cooled (not fully cold) is the trick to avoid ragged whites—a hard lesson from my early attempts.
  • Add smoked salmon after tasting the filling; too much can overpower the lemon and chive balance.
03 -
  • If your eggs don't peel cleanly, roll them gently on the counter to loosen shells before starting.
  • A touch of extra lemon juice at the end lifts the whole filling—don't skip it.
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