Easy & Classic Egg Salad Recipe - Quick Prep!
Egg Salad is a creamy and flavorful dish made with chopped hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, celery, red onion, parsley, and seasonings, perfect for sandwiches, wraps, salads, or snacks. This easy-to-make recipe can be customized with your favorite mix-ins and enjoyed as a satisfying meal or side dish. Whip up a batch of homemade Egg Salad for a delicious and versatile dish that's always a hit!
Ingredients
- 6 hard-boiled eggs peeled and chopped
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional add-ins:
- 1/4 cup chopped pickles or relish
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/4 cup diced bell pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, parsley, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- If using any optional add-ins, add them to the bowl as well.
- Stir the ingredients together until well combined, ensuring the eggs are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Taste the egg salad and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or other seasonings to taste.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the egg salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Once chilled, give the egg salad a final stir before serving.
- Serve the egg salad on sandwiches, wraps, salads, or crackers, or enjoy it on its own as a delicious and satisfying meal.
- Store any leftover egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Notes
Some tips for this recipe:
- For perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs, place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Remove the eggs from the hot water and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool before peeling.
- Customize the egg salad to your taste preference by adding your favorite herbs, spices, or mix-ins. Try adding chopped pickles, fresh dill, curry powder, diced bell pepper, or a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.
- For a lighter version of egg salad, you can use Greek yogurt or a combination of yogurt and mayonnaise as the base for the dressing.