Caramelized Onion and Egg Salad
Elevate your classic egg salad with a flavor-packed twist in this Caramelized Onion and Egg Salad recipe! Featuring the irresistible sweetness of golden, caramelized onions combined with creamy eggs, tangy Dijon mustard, and fresh parsley, this dish offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures. The onions are slowly sautéed with a touch of sugar to enhance their natural sweetness, making this egg salad truly unique. Perfect as a sandwich filling, a cracker topping, or even as a standalone side dish, it’s a versatile recipe that’s sure to become a favorite at picnics, brunches, or quick weekday meals. Ready in just 35 minutes and easily chilled for make-ahead convenience, this recipe is a delicious way to reinvent a classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
Place the eggs in a medium-sized pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
Once cooked, transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool for 5 minutes. Peel the eggs and chop them into small pieces. Set aside.
While the eggs are cooling, thinly slice the yellow onion.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the unsalted butter and olive oil. Once melted, add the sliced onions.
Sprinkle the onions with the sugar and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes or until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped eggs, caramelized onions, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to meld together. This salad is perfect on bread, crackers, or as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.7 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.6 g | 113% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1207 mg | 402% | |
| Sodium | 1872 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.3 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 648 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
