Egg Salad Sandwich
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
277 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Egg Salad Sandwich
Description
This Egg Salad Sandwich recipe starts with peeled, hard-boiled eggs mashed in a bowl. Yellow mustard and mayonnaise add creaminess and tang, while salt and pepper season the mixture to taste. The consistency is adjustable by varying mayonnaise quantity, ensuring a smooth or chunkier texture depending on preference.
The egg salad is spooned onto sandwich bread slices, making about four sandwiches. Optional lettuce adds a fresh crunch. The final sandwich balances the richness of eggs and mayo with the mild sharpness of mustard.
Egg salad sandwiches are a convenient, classic lunch option that can be easily customized with additions such as celery, onions, pickles, avocado, or spices. Proper storage in the refrigerator maintains freshness up to five days, allowing for make-ahead meals or leftovers.
The recipe notes highlight various add-ins for flavor or texture variation and provide tips for safe storage to ensure the sandwich remains appetizing.
Ingredients
- 6 large egg peeled, large, hard boiled
- 3-4 Tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), to taste
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 8 lices sandwich bread
- lettuce optional, for serving
Instructions
- Mash the eggs in a bowl. Add mustard, mayonnaise, salt and pepper and mix well. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Add a spoonful of egg salad mixture in between two slices of bread. This recipe will make about 4 sandwiches.
- Store leftover egg salad in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, depending on the freshness of the eggs.
Notes
- Store egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, depending on egg freshness.
- Adding diced celery, chopped onion, or pickles adds texture and flavor variations.
- Mixing avocado into the egg salad or using slices can introduce creaminess.
- For a spicy kick, add harissa paste or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Transform into a BLT by adding bacon, lettuce, and tomato to the sandwich.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 277 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 277kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 26g | 9% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 281mg | 94% |
| Sodium | 432mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 158mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 399IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 144mg | 14% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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