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    Best Egg Salad Recipe

    Published: Feb 13, 2025 by Kristin ยท This post may contain affiliate links. ยท 2 Comments

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    Looking for a delicious and easy Egg Salad Recipe? Look no further! This recipe combines creamy mayonnaise, tangy mustard, and perfectly hard boiled eggs for a tasty and satisfying meal or snack. Perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or on a salad.

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    One of my favorite lunches to enjoy is an egg salad sandwich! Not only is the flavor incredible, but I prep it ahead of time and get to enjoy a few days worth of lunches during my busy week. Whether I serve it on a croissant, sandwich bread, in a wrap, or on a bed of lettuce, this recipe comes together in no time and is a tried and true favorite!

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    • Why Youโ€™ll Love this Simple Egg Salad Recipe
    • Ingredients Needed to make this Classic Egg Salad Recipe
    • How to make Egg Salad
    • Add In Options
    • Ways to serve this Egg Salad Recipe
    • What to serve with your Egg Sandwich Recipe
    • Storage Tips
    • More Lunch Recipes Youโ€™ll Love
    • Easy Egg Salad Recipe

    Why You’ll Love this Simple Egg Salad Recipe

    • Fully Customizable– if you want to enhance the flavor and texture of the recipe, there are so many great options! See my variations below!
    • Quick and Easy– using simple ingredients that you may already have on hand, this recipe can be ready in no time!
    • Creamy and Delicious– combining mayonnaise with tangy mustard, crunchy celery pieces, green onions, and seasoning, you have a combination of flavors that is mouthwatering!
    • Can be served as a lunch, snack, appetizer, or dinner option– the best part about this recipe is how perfectly it fits any occasion! Whether hosting a brunch, lunch, needing something quick, or even a fast dinner, this homemade egg salad is a favorite with everyone!

    a sliced sandwich on a white plate with lettuce.

    Ingredients Needed to make this Classic Egg Salad Recipe

    Below is a brief overview of each ingredient needed. To see printable recipe card with exact amounts, scroll to the bottom of this post.

    • Eggs– this is the base of the recipe! Hard boiled eggs that have been chilled are best! My go-to method using the Instant Pot keeps the eggs perfectly cooked, easy to peel, and a breeze to prepare!
    • Mayonnaise– this adds the rich creaminess throughout. You can use any store brand desired, or use plain Greek yogurt.
    • Mustard– yellow mustard is my go-to because it adds a tanginess, however, you can use Dijon mustard if desired.
    • Celery– sliced, this adds a great crunch throughout.
    • Green Onion– freshly sliced, adds tons of flavor. You can also use white onion or red onion if preferred.
    • Salt/ Black Pepper– season to taste as this makes all the flavors combine perfectly. I love using freshly ground black pepper and kosher salt if you have access to it.
    • Paprika– this is my key ingredient. Most recipes don’t include it, however, I have found that it adds just the right touch.
    • Seasoning– I love adding different seasonings to my salad, so this is optional, however, if you are a fan of the “Everything but the Bagel Seasoning”, I highly recommend adding some in. It really brings it to the next level.

    all the ingredients needed to make egg salad.

    How to make Egg Salad

    1. Hard-boil the eggs and allow them to cool entirely before peeling.
    2. Chop eggs using a slicer or knife.
    3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the eggs, mayo, mustard, celery, green onion, salt/pepper, Paprika, and seasoning (if using).
    4. Spread mixture onto croissant, lettuce wrap, or enjoy as is!

    step by step on how to make egg salad for sandwiches.

    Add In Options

    If you want to jazz up your egg salad, here are some great options!

    • Add 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice to keep things fresh and lighten the flavor.
    • Fresh Herbs such as fresh Parsley, Chives, and fresh Dill are great add in’s.
    • Chopped Dill pickles add a salty addition that is delicious.
    • Substitute half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or a smashed avocado.
    • Add a splash of hot sauce to kick up the spice a bit.

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    Ways to serve this Egg Salad Recipe

    Once the ingredients are combined and the egg salad is prepared, you can simply dig in, or:

    • Serve over a bed of lettuce
    • Scoop it up using crackers, baguette, or crostini.
    • Place some on sandwich bread for a hard boiled egg sandwich. Add some sprouts, avocado slices, lettuce, or radishes to really make it tasty!
    • Enjoy on a croissant, in a wrap, tortilla, or pita.

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    What to serve with your Egg Sandwich Recipe

    Often times, when I am in a hurry, I simply add some to a croissant and move on with my day enjoying just my sandwich. When I have more time, here are some alternative ideas:

    • Potato Salad
    • Ramen Coleslaw
    • Creamy Grape Salad
    • Chicken Bacon Pasta Salad
    • Fresh Fruit

    Storage Tips

    To keep this recipe of egg salad fresh and delicious, here are some ways to store:

    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    • Don’t leave out at room temperature longer than 2 hours as it can spoil.
    • Once ready to serve, if you have been storing it, stir it back up to combine the ingredients again and taste. You may need to adjust with a bit more salt and pepper.
    • Once the egg salad gets watery and discolored, it should be tossed. You should get about 5 days from it though if stored in the refrigerator the entire time.

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    More Lunch Recipes You’ll Love

    • Chicken Salad Sandwiches– perfect when served on bread, a croissant, orย bed of lettuce! The perfect side dish or main meal that can be prepped ahead of time!
    • Quick Taco Bowls–ย can be customized with your favorite toppings and ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights, lunches, and more!
    • Burrito Roll Up’s– these pinwheel sandwiches feature a delightful combination of creamy, cheesy refried bean fillings wrapped in tortillas and cut into bite-sized treats. Enjoy them with salsa for a burst of flavor or savor them as standalone delight, suitable for any occasion.
    • Crack Chicken Pinwheels– filled with a savory cream cheese and chicken mixture, these pinwheels are sure to be a crowd favorite.
    • Tuna Melt Panini–ย starts with a crunch and ends with a cheesy, flavor packed tuna mixture in the center!

     

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    Easy Egg Salad Recipe

    Recipe by: Kristin
    Looking for a delicious and easy egg salad recipe? Look no further! This recipe combines hard boiled eggs, tangy mayonnaise, and a variety of spices for the perfect sandwich filling or topping for crackers.
    4.60 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course lunch, Main Course, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 321 kcal

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowls
    • Everything But the Bagel Seasoning
    • Egg Slicer

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 eggs
    • ยฝ cup mayonnaise
    • 1 teaspoon mustard
    • ยฝ cup celery *diced
    • ยผ cup green onion *sliced
    • salt/pepper to taste
    • ยผ teaspoon paprika
    • ยฝ teaspoon Everything But the Bagel Seasoning

    Instructions
     

    • Hard boil the eggs and allow them to cool entirely before peeling.
    • Chop eggs using a slicer or knife.
    • In a medium bowl, combine the eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, celery, green onion, salt/pepper, Paprika, and seasoning (if using).
    • Spread mixture onto croissant, lettuce wrap, or enjoy as is!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 321kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 12gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 339mgSodium: 328mgPotassium: 182mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 675IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 2mg
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    1. Julie J says

      April 03, 2022 at 7:31 am

      5 stars
      I never thought about adding bacon bits to it. This sounds delicious, I’m going to try it this week for lunch ๐Ÿ˜‹ I’ve been having issues finding lettuce that even looks good and if I do it has to be used that day or the next before it goes bad๐Ÿ™ƒ

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      • Kristin says

        April 04, 2022 at 8:37 am

        Oh yes, bacon is my FAV in egg salad now! Yum!! Hope you enjoy!! Keep me posted what you think!

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