Egg Salad Recipes

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Best Egg Salad Recipe

egg salad recipes

Nothing is more picnic-perfect than a creamy egg salad recipe! This recipe makes perfect egg salad sandwiches!

Prep: 10min

Total: 20min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 320 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 29 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Cholesterol 339 mg, Sodium 332 mg, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 8 eggs (hard boiled and cooled)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 ½ teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 1 green onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 rib celery (finely diced)
  • 2 teaspoons fresh dill (chopped)

Instruction:

  1. Cut eggs in half. Remove yolks and chop whites.
  2. Mash yolks with mayonnaise, mustard and salt & pepper to taste until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add remaining ingredients and stir well.
  4. Serve on bread or over lettuce.

Best Egg Salad

egg salad recipes

A classic egg salad recipe that’s easy to make and tastes amazing. Perfect hard-boiled eggs and fresh ingredients make it the best egg salad recipe. Watch the video above to see how quickly it comes together!

Prep: 10min

Total: 25min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 197 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 16 g, Saturated Fat 3 g, Cholesterol 251 mg, Sodium 226 mg, Sugar 1 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 6 eggs (room temperature)
  • ¼ cup red onion (finely diced)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons parsley (finely diced)
  • 2 tablespoons chives (finely diced)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Instruction:

  1. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Then turn the heat to low so there’s no bubbles. Use a skimmer to slowly and gently place the eggs in the pot. Turn the heat back to high and boil the eggs for 12 minutes.
  2. Transfer the eggs to an ice water bath to stop the cooking process and cool completely (at least 15 minutes).
  3. Peel the hard-boiled eggs, and slice them up to your preferred level of chunkiness. Add the chopped eggs to a mixing bowl along with the red onion, chives, parsley, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir all of the ingredients together, until well combined.
  4. Enjoy the egg salad straight from the bowl, or in a sandwich or wrap.

The ONLY Egg Salad Recipe You Need

FAQ

What is in a traditional egg salad?

Ingredients
  • 12 hard boiled eggs.
  • ¼ cup finely chopped red onion.
  • ¼ finely chopped celery.
  • ½ cup mayo.
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard.
  • 1 tablespoon dill pickle relish.
  • Salt & pepper to taste.

Is egg salad healthy to eat?

Egg salad is a classic sandwich stuffer, but with gobs of mayo mixed in, it can be high in unhealthy fats, sodium and calories. An average deli egg salad sandwich can have more than 550 calories, 30 grams of fat and 600 milligrams of sodium.

What mayo is the best for egg salad?

But if you go the store-bought route, we recommend Hellmann’s mayonnaise. Just keep in mind that it’s really easy to put too much mayonnaise in an egg salad, so start with a little, then add more as needed.

How long does egg salad last in the fridge?

According to FoodSafety.gov, if it has been properly stored, it is safe to eat the salad within four days. 1 This rule also applies to similar mayonnaise-based salads like chicken, tuna, ham, and macaroni salads.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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