Easy, quick and super creamy Easter appetizer
Tuna-stuffed eggs are one of the most loved and simplest appetizers to prepare, perfect for dressing up the holiday table. With their creamy filling made from tuna, mayonnaise and yolks, they are irresistible and very showy.
This recipe is ideal as an Easter appetizer, because it is quick, elegant and made with few ingredients. It can also be prepared in advance, making the organization of the holiday lunch even simpler.
Tuna-stuffed eggs are perfect for:
Easter appetizers
holiday buffets
family aperitifs
A classic dish that wins everyone over at the first bite.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Budget-friendly
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 20
- Cooking methods: No-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Easter
Ingredients
- 10 hard-boiled eggs
- 3 1/2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 3.5 oz tuna (drained)
- parsley
- salt
Steps
👩🍳 Preparation video HERE.
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Cook the eggs
First, place the eggs in a saucepan with cold water.
Bring to a boil and cook for about 9–10 minutes to obtain perfectly hard-boiled eggs.
Once cooked, cool them under cold running water and peel them.
Prepare the filling
Cut the hard-boiled eggs in half lengthwise and remove the yolks.
Put the yolks in a bowl and mash them with a fork.
Add the mayonnaise,
Add the well-drained tuna, a pinch of salt and chopped parsley.
Mix well until you obtain a smooth and homogeneous cream.
Stuff the eggs
Transfer the cream into a piping bag.
Fill the cavities of the egg whites, forming small rosettes of filling.
Decoration
Decorate as desired
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✨ Result
An appetizer that is:
creamy
flavorful
showy
perfect for Easter
Ideal served cold as the start of the holiday lunch.
Storage:
Tuna-stuffed eggs keep in the refrigerator for 1–2 days, covered with plastic wrap or stored in an airtight container.
It is not recommended to freeze them, as they would lose texture.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I substitute the mayonnaise?You can use Greek yogurt or cream cheese.
Can I add other ingredients?Yes, you can add capers, chopped olives or anchovies.
Can I blend the filling?Yes, blending it will give you an even smoother cream.
