Creamy Classic Egg Salad
A timeless and ultra-creamy egg salad made with perfectly boiled eggs, fresh herbs, crunchy celery, and a tangy dressing—ideal for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or a simple scoop over greens.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 8 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/3 cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Roughly chop the hard-boiled eggs and place them in a medium mixing bowl.
- Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice to the bowl. Gently stir to coat the eggs.
- Add chopped celery, red onion, dill, and chives. Fold everything together until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve on toasted bread, in lettuce cups, or with crackers.
Notes
- Use older eggs for easier peeling after boiling.
- Adjust herbs and veggies to taste for a customized flavor.
- Great make-ahead dish for quick lunches throughout the week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
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