Egg salad
Egg salad is a classic, creamy dish made from chopped hard-boiled eggs mixed with mayonnaise and seasonings. It’s often used in sandwiches, wraps, or as a salad topping.
Ingredients
- 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp mustard (optional)
- 2 tbsp finely chopped celery or onion (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the eggs
- Place eggs in a pot, cover with water, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Cool and peel.
- Chop the eggs
- Dice the eggs into small pieces and place in a bowl.
- Mix with dressing
- Combine eggs with mayonnaise, mustard, celery or onion, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Serve
- On bread or toast
- In lettuce wraps
- On crackers or as a side salad
Tips
- For extra flavor, add chopped pickles, dill, or paprika.
- Keep chilled until serving for best texture.
- Use freshly boiled eggs for a softer, creamier texture.
🥪 Serving Idea: Egg salad is perfect for Egg salad sandwiches, topped with lettuce or sprouts.
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