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Egg Salad Recipe

Egg Salad Recipe

This classic egg salad recipe is incredibly easy to make and features a secret technique for the creamiest texture! Perfect for delicious egg salad sandwiches, a quick lunch, or a light supper. Flavored with mayonnaise, mustard, fresh dill, green onion, and celery for the perfect balance.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling eggs 20 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Salad, Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Egg Salad Ingredients
  • 8 large hard-boiled eggs cooled and peeled
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons yellow mustard or Dijon mustard
  • 1 green onion (scallion) thinly sliced
  • 1 rib celery finely diced
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill or 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Fork
  • Knife and Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Prepare Eggs: If you haven't already, hard boil the eggs. (Method: Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water ½-inch above eggs. Bring to a rolling boil. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand 10-12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath for 5+ minutes to cool. Peel when cool.)
  2. Separate Yolks: Cut the cooled, peeled eggs in half lengthwise. Gently remove the yolks and place them in a medium mixing bowl. Set the egg whites aside.
  3. Mash Yolks for Creaminess: Add the mayonnaise and mustard to the egg yolks. Using a fork, mash the mixture thoroughly until smooth and creamy. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Chop Whites & Add-ins: Finely chop the reserved egg whites. Add the chopped egg whites, thinly sliced green onion, finely diced celery, and chopped fresh dill to the creamy yolk mixture.
  5. Combine Gently: Stir everything together gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Season & Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately on bread or over lettuce, or chill for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.

Notes

  • Egg Peeling Tip: Older eggs (a week or so old) often peel more easily than very fresh eggs.
  • Storage: Store leftover egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Variations: Feel free to add a pinch of paprika, a squeeze of lemon juice, or finely chopped dill pickles for different flavor profiles.