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The Best Classic Creamy Egg Salad Recipe

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You deserve the best homemade egg salad! This classic recipe delivers a creamy texture and bright flavor, perfect for quick lunch sandwiches or meal prep. It is simple, satisfying, and always a favorite.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (use your favorite creamy dressing)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the peeled hard-boiled eggs in a large bowl.
  2. Use a fork or potato masher to chop the eggs. For a creamier texture, mash the yolks thoroughly before incorporating the whites. You want some texture remaining.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, vinegar or lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. This is your creamy dressing.
  4. Add the chopped celery, dill, and chives to the chopped eggs.
  5. Pour the dressing mixture over the eggs and vegetables.
  6. Gently fold all ingredients together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep some texture.
  7. Taste the egg salad and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  8. Cover the bowl and chill the egg salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. This lets the flavors blend.
  9. Serve your perfect egg salad on toasted bread for an easy egg salad sandwich filling, in lettuce wraps, or as a simple picnic side dish.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, make sure your hard-boiled eggs are fully cooled before chopping.
  • If you prefer a richer flavor, substitute a small amount of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt for a high protein egg salad option.
  • This recipe is great for make ahead egg salad; it stores well in the refrigerator for up to four days.
  • To make this keto egg salad variation, skip any added sugar and serve it with low-carb crackers or in celery sticks.

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