Easy Egg Salad with Cream Cheese
Elevate your classic egg salad game with this creamy and indulgent twist—introducing Easy Egg Salad with Cream Cheese! This recipe combines the rich tang of softened cream cheese with perfectly boiled eggs, vibrant green onions, and zesty Dijon mustard for a flavor-packed bite. A splash of fresh lemon juice brightens the dish, while optional fresh dill adds a hint of herbaceous flair. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy egg salad is perfect for meal prep, light lunches, or crowd-pleasing appetizers. Serve it chilled as a hearty sandwich filling, a wrap, or a dip with crackers for a versatile dish that’s sure to impress. Whether you’re a busy home cook or hosting a gathering, this creamy egg salad is guaranteed to be a hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Large eggs
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Place the eggs in a medium-sized pot and cover them with water by about 1 inch. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, remove the pot from heat and cover it with a lid. Let the eggs sit in the hot water for 10 minutes.
While the eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with cold water and ice cubes.
After 10 minutes, transfer the eggs to the ice bath to cool completely, about 5 minutes. This makes them easier to peel.
Peel the eggs and chop them into small, bite-sized pieces. Set them aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Fold in the chopped eggs, green onions, and dill (if using). Mix gently to combine without mashing the eggs completely.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Cover and refrigerate the egg salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled on bread, in wraps, or with crackers as a dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.8 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.9 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1272 mg | 424% | |
| Sodium | 2160 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.5 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 632 mg | 13% | |
*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.
