These mouth-watering, nutrient dense deviled eggs contain high amounts of minerals, probiotics, vitamins, protein, and healthy fats. They are a perfect snack, side dish, or meal replacement for busy days. I love how versatile this recipe is. With many herb and fermented veggie combinations, the flavor options are endless.

Paleo, whole30, gaps diet nutrients dense pastured deviled eggs with fermented probiotics

When our family began the GAPS diet for a period of time while healing from food allergies and sensitivities, I did a deep dive into research on high mineral foods. I wanted to make sure our growing children would not be deficient in any vitamins or minerals. The GAPS diet recommends pasture-raised eggs and raw fermented dairy as great sources of calcium, choline, vitamin A, D, and K, B vitamins, omega 3s, selenium, folate, potassium, magnesium, iodine, sulfur, zinc, and iron. Our family eats a lot of eggs as a simple and fast meal or snack that covers a lot of nutritional demands.

A few breakfast and dessert recipes we make very often that contain 12-24+ eggs:

Sourcing High Quality, Pasture-Raised Eggs

Using eggs from chickens raised in a healthy environment is critical, for optimal health and healing. The closest you can get to free-range, pastured, organic, the more vitamins, minerals, and nutrients the chicken will have. This is what we are aiming for to heal the gut. If possible, buy eggs from a local farmer who uses grass-fed and organic practices. If you do not know of a farmer, I recommend asking in your local city Facebook groups if anyone has contact information for farmers. Another great resource is your local Weston Price Chapter. Sourcing pastured-raised meat, eggs, and dairy is starting to become easier as consumer demand grows.

Secret Ingredient of the Best Deviled Eggs

The secret ingredient to the best tasting deviled eggs is pickles, in my opinion! The salty, slightly sour addition adds a burst of flavor. This nutrient dense deviled egg recipe calls for fermented pickles. You can use pretty much any finely chopped fermented veggie if you do not have fermented pickles, such as sauerkraut or dilly beans. You can also just skip the fermented pickles or add store-bought ones.

Another secret ingredient is fresh herbs. My favorites are dill and cilantro. A summer-time deviled egg just tastes so much better with these fresh herbs! You can also use your favorite dried herbs in place of fresh herbs.

Health Benefits of Deviled Eggs

Health Benefits of Pastured Eggs

Eggs from chickens raised on pasture contain choline, vitamin A, D, and K, B vitamins, omega 3s, calcium, selenium, folate, potassium, magnesium, iodine, sulfur, zinc, and iron. These are all essential for the basic functions we need our bodies to perform.

Health Benefits of Homemade Mayo

We like to have the ingredients on hand-pastured eggs, avocado oil, and lemon juice- to make homemade mayo, as we eat it so often! Avocado oil is a healthy fat and this mayo can be eaten on the GAPS diet, Whole30, Paleo, or just as a yummy simple mayo recipe to make from scratch. We also keep this store-bought brand on hand, as it contains clean ingredients.

Health Benefits of Fermented Vegetables

In the process of fermentation, bacteria feed on the natural sugars and starches in the food, creating lactic acid, enzymes, minerals, vitamins, and probiotics. Fermenting foods helps preserve their nutrition and make them easier to digest. Another benefit of fermented foods is the breakdown of phytic acid or oxalates in certain foods, which are hard for our bodies to digest.

Regular consumption of fermented foods can help improve mental health, lower inflammation, balance the immune system, and even help with weight loss management. Our favorite fermented veggies are dilly beans, carrots, and pickles!

Health Benefits of Herbs

Cilantro and dill, along with many other herbs, are rich in vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants. We aim for high mineral foods as a regular part of our diet, and adding in herbs is a great way to do this. These nutrient dense deviled eggs call for cilantro and dill. You can add or omit any of your favorite herbs-fresh or dried- to this versatile recipe.

If you are looking for other inspirational herbs to fill in nutritional gaps, a simple brew of tea is another delicious and easy way! See this yummy healthy herbal tea recipe for more info.

Nutrient Dense Deviled Eggs – Whole30, GAPS, Paleo Recipe

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These creamy, flavorful deviled eggs are an easy, healthy snack or appetizer packed with protein and wholesome ingredients. Ideal for clean eating, gut healing, and nourishing your body with simple, natural foods. Perfect for meal prep, keto-friendly, and gluten-free lifestyles.

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Equipment

pyrex bowl
immersion blender

Ingredients

12 pcs pasture-raised eggs
1/2 cup homemade mayo
1/3 cup fermented pickles (finely chopped or any pickles)
1 tbsp fermented vegetable brine from pickles or any other brines (optional)
1 tspn mustard
1/4 cup fresh herbs such as cilantro and dill, to taste (chopped)
salt and pepper to taste (optional)

Instructions

Bring water to a boil in a sauce pan.
Add eggs to boiling water until cooked through, approximately 12 minutes.
When eggs are cooled, peel eggs and slice in half the long way.
Remove yolks from egg whites and place in separate bowl.
Combine egg yolks, mayo, mustard, fermented pickles, and fresh herbs in a bowl and mix until ingredients are well-incorporated. You can use a fork or blender.
Line egg whites in a container, and carefully spoon a dollop of the yolk mixture onto each egg.
Top with additional herbs, if desired.
Serve immediately or store in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Notes

Recipe Note

Use this recipe for inspiration and add your own favorites. We like to swap different fermented veggies, add garlic, and use whatever fresh or dried herbs we have on hand.

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I hope you and your family enjoy this recipe as much as we do! Please let me know your feedback and favorite recipe variations in the comments.

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Nutrient Dense Deviled Eggs – Whole30, GAPS, Paleo

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