Home > Healthy > Egg Salad Egg Salad April 9, 2023 | 2 Comments SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. This classic Egg Salad recipe has a bright, tangy, and ultra-fresh flavor, thanks to the myriad of fresh herbs and the dynamite dressing. Serve as a sandwich with toasted bread, with crackers and veggies, in a warmed pita, or over salad greens. Egg Salad While we typically wait for leftover eggs from Easter to make Egg Salad, I’m fully convinced with this recipe, that thought needs to change. Not only is this salad a great protein-packed and flavorful meal, but it’s also so easy to make. It also happens to be relatively inexpensive to make and very filling. Plus, the whole family loves it — score! Egg Salad FAQs1Why is it called Egg Salad?The name comes from the main ingredient in the salad — eggs! It’s been lost to history who first created the Classic Egg Salad Recipe, but most likely attributed to the French. Egg salad isn’t a traditional salad like a tossed salad. It’s more along the lines of chicken salad and tuna salad–which are both prepared similarly. 2Why is my Egg Salad so bland?Likely because there isn’t enough salt! You’ll be amazed at the difference just an extra pinch can make! If you’re still craving more flavor, try throwing in additional fresh herbs. (Dill is an especially potent addition.) An extra pinch of garlic powder, paprika, and/or celery seed can also make a big difference. 3Are boiled eggs good for you?Hard-boiled eggs are a great nutrient–dense and protein–packed food that is relatively low in calories. They are rich in B vitamins, zinc, and other vitamins and minerals. 4How much mayo do you put in Egg Salad?This is more of a healthy egg salad recipe than most since we rely on other ingredients in the dressing to add flavor. This recipe only calls for 1/4 cup mayo! 5What can I add to Egg Salad?If you aren’t feeling an Egg Salad Sandwich, serve this salad in a lettuce wrap, pita wrap, or regular wrap with a tortilla. It’s also a great scoop-able dish that goes well with crackers, raw veggies, or toasted pita chips. Another option is to serve it over a bed of greens — tossed salad style! 6Why is Egg Salad not healthy?This salad can get a bad rap when it’s prepared with loads of mayo like you might find in a deli egg salad. However, when you prepare it at home you can tweak it however is best to fit your lifestyle and dietary needs. Eggs are sometimes blamed for high cholesterol. It’s important to learn the difference between blood cholesterol and dietary cholesterol–egg yolks don’t significantly affect blood cholesterol. Hard-Boiling Eggs My favorite way to prepare hard-boiled eggs is to steam the eggs and then let them cool in an ice bath. I love and recommend using this steamer basket — we use it all the time (like when steaming veggies or making this No-Mayo Potato Salad or Tuna Nicoise Salad). That said, if you don’t have a steamer basket, here’s a great article on how to “hack” one using a plate and crumpled foil. SHORTCUTS While making hard-boiled eggs is easy, it can be time-consuming. For an easier salad, buy store-bought hard-boiled eggs. (A lot of stores sell eggs that have been hard boiled for your convenience.) Egg Salad Dressing The dressing coating the eggs, herbs, and veggies is mayonnaise based but relies on a lot less mayo than most recipes. This is due to a few powerhouse additions that pack in loads of flavor without relying solely on mayo. Here’s a quick breakdown: Dijon mustard adds a nice briny flavor that nicely complements the eggs. Fresh lemon juice adds a nice acidity and freshness; if you love the flavor of lemon, add in some lemon zest too! See “quick tip” below. Paprika and garlic powder deliver a nice, yet subtle flavor boost. (We love what paprika adds to this deviled egg recipe!) Celery seed is an ingredient I love adding to salads; it’s amazing that such a small amount can deliver such a flavor boost! Olive oil adds a nice richness to the dressing. Salt and pepper. No dressing is complete without salt and pepper; keep in mind that an extra pinch can be the difference between a good and a stellar Egg Salad! And of course, there is mayo. While not a whole lot, the mayo is very important for flavor — use the best quality here. We love Hellman’s/Best Foods®. QUICK TIP We love using this microplane for zesting the lemon and then a citrus juicer for juicing it. How To Make Egg Salad (Plus Tips For How To Improve Egg Salad) Start with good eggs. Since this salad revolves around eggs, you can guess that the better the eggs the better the flavor. If you have access to farm-fresh eggs — nothing beats that! Herbs make all the difference. Don’t hold back here! The fresh herbs bring brightness and complexity to the salad. Use whatever you like best that will complement nicely. We love green onions or chives, parsley, and dill. Dice the eggs– don’t mash them. We want this Egg Salad to still have a nice texture to it — a good amount of chunkiness as opposed to fully mashed ingredients. Don’t underestimate the power of salt. Salt is key for any egg-based dish, and Egg Salad is no exception. This addition is essential for bringing out the rich flavors of eggs. STORAGE How Long Does Egg Salad Last In The Fridge? Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 up to 5 days, depending on the freshness of the ingredients. We like it best when used within the first 3 days. More Delicious Sandwich Recipes: Tuna Salad with pickles, red onion, and celery Chicken Salad Sandwiches with dried cranberries and pecans BBQ Chicken Sandwich Recipe with smashed avocado Cucumber Sandwich with a cream cheese spread (perfect for tea parties!) Club Sandwich with the best honey-mustard sauce FOLLOW ALONG! Subscribe to my newsletter and follow along on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates, recipes and content. Egg Salad 5 from 2 votes - Review this recipe This classic Egg Salad recipe has a bright, tangy, and ultra-fresh flavor, thanks to the myriad of fresh herbs and the dynamite dressing. Serve in a sandwich with toasted bread, with crackers and veggies, in a warmed pita, or over salad greens. SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe Egg Salad 5 from 2 votes - Review this recipe SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe This classic Egg Salad recipe has a bright, tangy, and ultra-fresh flavor, thanks to the myriad of fresh herbs and the dynamite dressing. Serve in a sandwich with toasted bread, with crackers and veggies, in a warmed pita, or over salad greens. Course lunch, Salad, Sandwich Cuisine American, Healthy, Vegetarian Keyword egg salad, egg salad recipe Prep Time 30 minutes minutes Cook Time 26 minutes minutes Total Time 56 minutes minutes Servings 4 loaded sandwiches Chelsea Lords Calories 217kcal Author Chelsea Lords Cost $7.88 Ingredients▢ 6 large eggs (Note 1)▢ 1/4 cup mayonnaise (Note 2)▢ 1/3 cup finely diced celery▢ 1/4 cup finely diced green onions (or 2 tbsp chives)▢ 1-1/2 tablespoons finely diced parsley▢ 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard▢ 1 teaspoon olive oil▢ 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (+ optional: 1/4 tsp zest if you love lemon)▢ 1/4 teaspoon each: paprika, garlic powder▢ Salt & pepper▢ Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 1/8 tsp celery seed▢ Bread and lettuce, for servingUS - Metric USMetric InstructionsSTEAM AND PEEL EGGS: Add 1 inch of hot water to a large pot. Add a steamer insert inside (Note 3) and cover the pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add the 6 eggs to the steamer basket and cover. Cook for 13 minutes. Meanwhile, fill up a large bowl with cold water and (~12-15) ice cubes. After eggs have steamed, add them directly to the ice water and let them cool for a full 15 minutes before peeling. Once they've fully cooled, gently tap the hard-boiled eggs all over to crack the shell. Then remove the shell under running cool water. Start at the wider end -- there is usually an air pocket there that will make the shell easier to remove. DICE EGGS: Once eggs are peeled, dry the eggs then dice into 1/4 inch pieces.DRESSING: Meanwhile, prepare the rest of the egg salad by combining the remaining ingredients in a bowl. (We measure all the herbs AFTER dicing). Season to taste with salt and pepper (I add 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper). Add dill and celery seed if desired. Mix well then add in diced eggs and stir to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use. If refrigerating, give it a stir and taste again before serving as you may need to slightly adjust the seasoning again! SERVE: Toast some bread and add lettuce, layer on the egg salad, and enjoy! Video Recipe NotesNote 1: Eggs: While making hard-boiled eggs is easy, it can be time-consuming. A lot of stores sell eggs that have been hard boiled for your convenience. Since this salad revolves around eggs, you can probably guess that the better the eggs the better the flavor. If you have access to farm-fresh eggs -- nothing beats that! Note 2: Mayonnaise: The mayo is very important for flavor -- use the best quality here. We love Hellman’s/Best Foods®. Note 3: Steamer Basket: I love and recommend using this steamer basket -- we use it all the time! That said, if you don't have a steamer basket, here’s a great article on how to “hack” one using a plate and crumpled foil. Nutrition FactsServing: 1serving | Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 1.4g | Protein: 9.7g | Fat: 18.6g | Cholesterol: 284.8mg | Sodium: 266.8mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.7g We do our best to provide accurate nutritional analysis for our recipes. Our nutritional data is calculated using a third-party algorithm and may vary, based on individual cooking styles, measurements, and ingredient sizes. Please use this information for comparison purposes and consult a health professional for nutrition guidance as needed. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? I love hearing from you when you've made one of my recipes! Tag me on Instagram at @ChelseasMessyApron or leave me a comment below.
Cant wait to make this soon for me can i use vegan mayo and skip lettuce as am not a big fan of lettuce i never had egg salad before perfect for my after office meals love your recipes as always brightens up my day everyday after work Reply
