🥚 Delicious Egg Salad 🥗

Posted by BMA24

This Delicious Egg Salad recipe is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or enjoying on a bed of lettuce. With simple ingredients and a quick preparation time, it’s an easy go-to for a satisfying meal or snack.

📋 Ingredients:

  • 6 large eggs 🥚
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise 🥄
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 🌿
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 🍋
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped 🌿
  • 1 tablespoon red onion, finely chopped 🧅
  • Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon fresh dill or chives, chopped 🌿

📝 Instructions:

1. Cook the Eggs:

  1. Boil the eggs:
  • Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pan, remove it from the heat, and let the eggs sit for 10 minutes.
  1. Cool the eggs:
  • After 10 minutes, drain the hot water and place the eggs in a bowl of ice water to cool for a few minutes. Once cooled, peel the eggs.

2. Prepare the Egg Salad:

  1. Chop the eggs:
  • Roughly chop the peeled eggs and place them in a mixing bowl.
  1. Mix the dressing:
  • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
  1. Combine ingredients:
  • Add the chopped celery, red onion, and optional dill or chives to the chopped eggs. Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the eggs and stir gently to combine all ingredients.

3. Serve:

  1. Serve immediately:
  • Enjoy the Egg Salad on toasted bread, in a wrap, on crackers, or over a fresh salad.
  1. Store leftovers:
  • Store any leftover egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

🍽️ Tips:

  • Add-ins: Customize your egg salad by adding ingredients like diced pickles, avocado, or a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor.
  • Healthier option: Substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise to reduce calories and add some tanginess.

⏱️ Preparation Time: 5 minutes
⏱️ Cooking Time: 10 minutes
⏱️ Total Time: 15 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2-3 servings
🔥 Calories: Approximately 200-250 kcal per serving

This Delicious Egg Salad is creamy, fresh, and full of flavor—a simple yet tasty option for lunch or a quick snack! 🥚🥗🍽️