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20 Best Recipes That Use Hard-Boiled Eggs

Salads, sandwiches, and so much more!

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Ree Drummond has come up with dozens of egg recipes over the years. But one that remains near and dear to her heart is deviled eggs. "Deviled eggs are so ding dang addictive," she says, "I love them!" So it's no surprise that Ree has used hard-boiled eggs to make all kinds of variations on the classic Easter appetizer—including a horseradish version that's topped with bbq potato chips! Ahead, you'll find that recipe and so many more ways to use hard-boiled eggs. Of course, there are classic picnic sides, like egg salad and Southern potato salad, but you'll also find some creative hard-boiled egg recipes, too. Take the grated egg avocado toast for instance—it became an internet sensation!

The key to making these recipes using hard-boiled eggs, is planning ahead. Once you know how long it takes to hard boil eggs, you can meal prep as many as you'd like. Then, use them throughout the week for quick lunches, like chicken Cobb salad, or easy appetizers, like spicy avocado deviled eggs. Looking to put your Easter leftovers to good use? Many people will dye eggs for their holiday celebration—and as long as you use natural, food-safe dye and properly store them, you can use the hard-boiled eggs in the days to come. "I make it a point to keep our dyed eggs refrigerated so that we could enjoy them today (and tomorrow!)," Ree says.

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Horseradish Deviled Eggs

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Ralph Smith

Horseradish gives these little devils a spicy kick. Add a BBQ potato chip on top and you'll have a crunchy, creamy bite-sized snack.

Get Ree's Horseradish Deviled Eggs recipe.

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Easy-to-Peel Eggs

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Joanne Ozug / The Pioneer Woman

Once you know how to make hard boiled eggs, you'll never look back. This method starts with boiling water which makes them easy as ever to peel.

Get the Easy-to-Peel Eggs recipe.

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Breakfast Salad

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Caitlin Bensel

Make your hard-boiled eggs the night before and this salad will come together in just 5 minutes. It's delicious for breakfast thanks to the everything bagel seasoning, but it can also work for lunch.

Get the Breakfast Salad recipe.

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Whipped Deviled Eggs with Dill

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Con Poulos

Looking for a party starter that all your guests will love? Ree says you can't go wrong with deviled eggs!

Get Ree's Whipped Deviled Eggs with Dill recipe.

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Southern Potato Salad

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Will Dickey

Chopped hard-boiled eggs, along with a mayonnaise dressing, help give this potato salad its creamy texture. Make it for your next picnic, potluck, or backyard cookout!

Get the Southern Potato Salad recipe.

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Cobb Chicken Salad

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Beatriz da Costa

This twist on chicken salad uses ingredients from a classic cobb salad, like hard-boiled eggs, avocado, and bacon. It's hearty and flavorful in every bite.

Get Ree's Cobb Chicken Salad recipe.

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Christmas Deviled Eggs

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Caitlin Bensel

This adorable starter looks like mini Christmas trees! But during the rest of the year, they can just serve as pretty green deviled eggs.

Get the Christmas Deviled Eggs recipe.

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Layered Salad

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Ralph Smith

This cool, crisp salad is a staple at potlucks all across the country. We love the way it looks when served in a glass bowl so you can see all the colorful layers.

Get Ree's Layered Salad recipe.

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Herbed Deviled Eggs

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Ryan Liebe

These deviled eggs get their flavor from mustard, mayo, pickles, and hot sauce. But the fresh chives and fresh dill really make them pop.

Get Ree's Herbed Deviled Eggs recipe.

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Easter Leftover Sandwich

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The Pioneer Woman

This recipe puts not one, but two easter leftovers to good use: ham and hard boiled eggs. It piles on egg salad, cheese, ham slices, avocado, and tomato for an over-the-top leftover sandwich.

Get Ree's Easter Leftover Sandwich recipe.

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Jalapeño Popper Potato Salad

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Ralph Smith

If you love jalapeño poppers and you love potato salad, then this fun mash-up is for you! It's the best of both worlds.

Get Ree's Jalapeño Popper Potato Salad recipe.

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Beet Pickled Eggs

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Ralph Smith

Add a pop of color to your next brunch party with these pretty make-ahead pickled eggs!

Get the Beet Pickled Eggs recipe.

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Cobb Salad

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The Pioneer Woman

A cobb salad is exactly the way we like our salads—loaded with mix-ins! There's hard-boiled eggs (of course), along with chicken, bacon, avocado, blue cheese, and crunchy veggies.

Get Ree's Cobb Salad recipe.

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Avocado Egg Salad

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The Pioneer Woman

Inspired by an egg salad she had at a restaurant, Ree created this avocado egg salad that's perfect for lunch. Serve it up on a sandwich or just over a very thick slice of tomato.

Get Ree's Avocado Egg Salad recipe.

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Asparagus Salad with Hard-Boiled Egg

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Once Upon a Chef

This recipe has all the makings of a spring salad: tender asparagus, chopped hard-boiled egg, and a bright and zingy Dijon dressing.

Get the Asparagus Salad with Hard-Boiled Egg recipe at Once Upon a Chef.

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Bacon Ranch Deviled Eggs

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Fab Everyday

You can make these hard boiled eggs in the Instant Pot for even easier entertaining. Then, blend the yolks with mayo, sour cream, mustard, and ranch seasoning mix. A sprinkle of crispy bacon brings it altogether.

Get the Bacon Ranch Deviled Eggs recipe at Fab Everyday.

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Grated Egg Avocado Toast

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Courtneys Sweets

TikTok has brought us many food trends, including grated hard boiled eggs! Pile it over avocado toast for this viral (and delicious) lunch.

Get the Grated Egg Avocado Toast recipe at Courtney's Sweets.

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Creole Shrimp Egg Salad

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Grandbaby Cakes

To give this sandwich a Southern spin, there's smoky Creole shrimp, creamy hard-boiled eggs, and a spicy mustard-based sauce. Oh, and let's not forget, there's also bacon!

Get the Creole Shrimp Egg Salad recipe at Grandbaby Cakes.

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Grilled Balsamic Chicken Cobb Salad

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Half Baked Harvest

This bright, beautiful salad will be a show-stopper at any brunch, lunch, or family gathering. The herby balsamic chicken is what really makes it shine.

Get the Grilled Balsamic Chicken Cobb Salad recipe at Half Baked Harvest.

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Spicy Avocado Deviled Eggs

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Dash of Jazz

This recipe swaps your traditional mayo filling for a mashed avocado filling that's oh-so creamy. Crushed red pepper and smoked paprika give it that much-needed kick.

Get the Spicy Avocado Deviled Eggs recipe at Dash of Jazz.

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