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egg salad recipe

Classic Creamy Egg Salad

A rich and creamy egg salad made with boiled eggs, mayonnaise, and a touch of mustard. Created by Lina Vexley, it’s a perfect balance of flavor and texture — ideal for sandwiches or as a side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Spoon
  • Knife

Ingredients
  

Salad Base

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp mustard yellow or Dijon
  • 2 tbsp celery finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp green onion sliced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 tsp lemon juice for brightness
  • 1 tbsp pickle relish optional for extra tang

Instructions
 

  • Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Drain and transfer eggs to cold water. Peel once cooled.
  • Chop the boiled eggs into small pieces and transfer to a mixing bowl.
  • Add mayonnaise, mustard, celery, green onion, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix gently until all ingredients are combined and creamy.
  • Add optional lemon juice and pickle relish for extra flavor, then chill for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve on toasted bread, lettuce leaves, or as a dip with crackers. Adjust mayo and seasoning to your taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 9gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 190mgSodium: 320mgSugar: 1g
Keyword Creamy, Easy Lunch, Egg Salad
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