Best Egg Salad Recipe
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Best Egg Salad Recipe
Description
The Best Egg Salad Recipe centers on hard-boiled eggs combined with a dressing of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice, balanced by a hint of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. The addition of finely diced red onion provides a subtle sharpness, while chopped chives and fresh dill introduce herbal notes that brighten the overall flavor. Optional capers offer a briny contrast if desired.
After mixing, the salad is chilled to allow the flavors to meld and to improve the texture, resulting in a creamy but firm consistency that holds together well. This egg salad is adaptable for sandwiches, wraps, or served on a bed of greens. It can be seasoned further to taste just before serving, ensuring freshness and balance.
Ingredients
- 6 egg large
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 to 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice fresh
- ¼ teaspoon salt sea salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- ¼ cup red onion finely diced
- 1 tablespoon chives chopped fresh
- 1 tablespoon dill chopped, fresh
- 1 teaspoon capers optional
Instructions
- Hard boil the eggs according to this recipe. Peel and chop.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and several grinds of pepper.
- Mix in the onions, then fold in the eggs, chives, dill, and capers, if using.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. Stir, then season to taste and serve.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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