Whether you have leftover hard-boiled eggs from Easter, or are searching for unexpected ways to put a carton of eggs to good use, the search for what to do with all those eggs ends here. Get creative with them using these recipes that will have you wondering why boiling a batch isn't already a staple in your weekly routine. Our collection of tasty egg ideas elevates the sometimes plain protein staple most commonly known for its leading role in the classic deviled egg or egg salad, into filling, composed dishes you can enjoy for any meal of the day, all year round!
Try making large batches of our perfect hard-boiled eggs or even our quick and easy air fryer hard-boiled eggs to make lunch a breeze for meal prep and more. Stored in the fridge, hard-boiled eggs will last up to 1 week so you'll have 7 whole days after they've been cooked to create these favorite recipes that use the humble egg. We’ve even got tips and tricks on how to peel them, so no worries if you need to start with the basics.
Once you have a batch of boiled eggs ready to go, most of these recipes will come together in a flash. We've included a number of fun takes on the classics here like our bloody Mary deviled eggs, fried deviled eggs, and BLT egglets. As well as some protein-packed meal ideas from a classic Cobb salad, an egg salad sandwich and a hearty avocado breakfast bowl. You'll also find some exciting and flavorful new ways to use your eggs up with our easy egg curry, our sabich sandwich, and our TikTok famous rebel within muffins.
Want even more ways to use eggs? Check out our best deviled egg ideas, our favorite egg recipes for every meal, and our top healthy egg recipes.
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Hard-Boiled Eggs
You've gotta walk before you can run! The true key to perfect deviled eggs is getting your hard-boiled eggs just right. Our recipe has all the tips and tricks to guarantee the perfect consistency, every time.
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Air Fryer Hard-Boiled Eggs
This recipe makes the already easy hard boiled egg even easier by simply throwing eggs into the air fryer and tossing them into an ice bath when done. Eat them as is, or turn them into delicious deviled eggs.
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Scotch Eggs
We didn’t think a jammy egg could get any better—until we tried Scotch eggs. Featuring a layer of sausage wrapped around a boiled egg, battered, and deep-fried, this popular British snack is our new favorite thing to eat for breakfast, lunch, mid-afternoon snack... and any meal in between.
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Seven-Layer Salad
Want a show-stopping centerpiece for your party table? Look no further than this gorgeous layered spring salad. Make it ahead of time, then toss it together just before serving.
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BLT Egglets
Looking for an easy, quick low-carb snack? Look no further than these BLT egglets. They’re kind of like a cross between a BLT sandwich and egg salad, but portable, and we are here for it.
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Soy-Marinated Eggs
In this Korean inspired twist on hard boiled eggs, the eggs are first soft boiled to jammy perfection, then marinaded off the heat in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, sugar, and rice wine vinegar. I always add a couple of dried chiles and shiitake mushrooms for more flavor, but it’s up to you if you want to add anything additional to yours.
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Egg Curry
We here in the Delish Test Kitchen absolutely love curry. And though we're sure you've had curries made with chicken, lamb or even shrimp, you might not have had a curry made with perfectly cooked eggs. This recipe is so quick to come together and is a great way to use any leftover eggs you might have in your fridge.
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Deviled Egg
A classic appetizer, deviled eggs bring the party to any event. Whether you're serving them at your BBQ, Easter dinner, or summer potluck, you can't go wrong with this satisfying app. While they’re fairly simple to make, there are a few ways you can go wrong when making this classic. If you’re looking for a foolproof method to hard boiling and filling your deviled eggs, our best-ever recipe should be your new go-to.
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Egg Salad
It’s always a good idea to have a tried-and-true egg salad recipe up your sleeve: it’s easy to make, and is a classic BBQ side and quick lunch you can rely on. Our standard centers around just 6 core ingredients; use it as a base for creative mix-ins and variations, or enjoy as is for a truly classic recipe. Whether you’re craving egg salad sandwiches for a warm weather picnic or are looking for a staple summer side, make this best egg salad recipe your new go-to.
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Fried Deviled Eggs
We used to think Deviled Eggs were perfect... and then we deep fried them, and now they're even better. We went with our classic flavoring for this version, but they could easily be spiced up with other flavorings or garnishes like these Maple Bacon Deviled Eggs.
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Tuna Macaroni Salad
If you fancy spicy tuna and you love a macaroni salad, the only logical thing to do at that point is to bring the two together in a generous serving of spicy tuna mac. This recipe calls for quick-pickling red onion, shredded carrots, and chopped pickles while the pasta cooks so you get nicely tart and crunchy elements in every bite.
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Sabich Sandwich
This hearty vegetarian dish is based on a traditional Iraqi breakfast, and is popular among Iraqi-Israelis. With flavorful seared and marinated eggplant slices, fresh cucumber salad, and creamy tahini sauce, this juicy sandwich gives our beloved a run for its money.
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Beet Pickled Eggs
This easy recipe turns regular ol' hard boiled eggs into something special. We love eating them solo with a beer or martini, but they'd also make the most beautiful cobb salad ever!
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Cobb Salad
In our book, the Cobb salad just might be the perfect dinner salad. It’s versatile, hearty, easy to make, and even easier to meal prep. Our classic recipe creates the perfect balance of textures and flavors, all tied together by the star of the show: our homemade dressing.
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Everything Deviled Eggs
Step aside, bagels, there's a new lox vehicle in town—deviled eggs! Top these with homemade or store-bought everything bagel seasoning for the perfect crunch.
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Niçoise Salad
A classic French dish, Niçoise salad is a composed salad—similar to the American Cobb—that we can’t help but reach for in the summer months. It’s got everything: briny flavors, hits of umami, jammy eggs, hearty potatoes, and fresh veggies.
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Maple Bacon Deviled Eggs
Everything is better with bacon—especially when it's maple-glazed bacon. To make it, simply pan-fry bacon strips and brush maple syrup on after flipping. This goes into both the yolk-and-mayo filling and thegarnish on top. Go all out, ya know?
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Rebel Within Muffins
The base of this recipe is a delicious cheesy and herb studded muffin that is more like a savory scone or biscuit in texture, dressed up with a soft boiled egg on the inside that stays beautifully runny and gives a nice surprise when you cut it in half.
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Avocado Breakfast Bowls
Breakfast bowls are infinitely adaptable, which is why we love them. We use quinoa as a base, avocado and eggs for protein, and roasted sweet potatoes for bulk. Soft-boiled eggs typically last up to 2 days in the fridge, so if you want to truly prep this whole meal ahead, hard-boiled eggs are a better option.
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Mardi Gras Deviled Eggs
Celebrate Mardi Gras with these purple, gold, and green deviled eggs. Hard boiled eggs get pickled with purple cabbage to dye the whites naturally and a little cajun seasoning goes in the yolk mixture to make these deviled eggs New Orleans approved!
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