The Best Egg Salad
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4.8
The Best Egg Salad
Description
This egg salad starts with whole eggs cooked by boiling then standing in hot water, followed by cooling in an ice bath to ease peeling. After chopping, the eggs are mixed with mayonnaise to create a smooth base. Minced fresh dill and chives contribute fresh herbal flavors, while Dijon mustard adds a subtle tang. Salt and black pepper season the mixture, balancing flavors across the creamy texture.
The combination delivers a balanced egg salad from the firmness of chopped eggs complemented by the fresh herbs and mild acidity from mustard, ideal for sandwich fillings or a quick side dish. Adjusting dill quantity can vary the herbaceous intensity to preference.
Using fresh dill is recommended for maximum flavor, but dried dill can substitute at a reduced amount. The method ensures tender, thoroughly cooked eggs that blend smoothly with the dressing ingredients.
Ingredients
- 8 large egg
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tablespoon dill minced, fresh
- 2 tbsp Chives, minced
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Add 8 large eggs to a saucepan and fill with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let the eggs stand for 10-12 minutes.
- Make an ice bath large enough to hold all the eggs and add the eggs to it once they have been in the boiling water 10-12 minutes. let them rest in the ice bath until cooled.
- Peel and chop the eggs then add them to a medium-sized bowl.
- Add 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 Tablespoon fresh dill,2 tbsp chives, 2 tbsp dijon mustard , 1/2 tsp salt , and 1/4 tsp pepper . Mix until combined.
Notes
- Add fresh dill to taste for herb intensity; increase quantity if desired.
- Substitute 1 teaspoon dried dill for each tablespoon of fresh dill.
- Use an ice bath after boiling eggs to ease peeling and prevent overcooking.
- Original recipe posted on February 26, 2019, updated March 16, 2025.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 244 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 244kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8g | 47% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 378mg | 126% |
| Sodium | 604mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 159mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 628IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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