Egg Salad for One
Whip up the perfect solo lunch with this quick and creamy Egg Salad for One! Made with a single hard-boiled egg, tangy Dijon mustard, a hint of fresh lemon juice, and just the right amount of mayonnaise, this recipe balances simplicity and bold flavor. Optional add-ins like finely chopped chives and celery provide a delightful crunch and a pop of freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this one-serving egg salad is ideal for spreading on toast, piling onto crackers, or enjoying atop a crisp bed of greens. Whether you're looking for a light snack or a no-fuss meal, this customizable recipe is perfectly portioned for one—and full of irresistible flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece large egg
- 1.5 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 0.5 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons chives (optional, finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoons celery (optional, finely chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Place the egg in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, lower the heat to medium and let the egg cook for 8 minutes to achieve a hard-boiled texture.
Drain the hot water and transfer the egg to a bowl of ice water. Let it cool for 5 minutes to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.
Peel the egg and chop it into small, bite-sized pieces using a knife or an egg slicer.
In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
If using, fold in the chopped chives and celery for added texture and flavor.
Gently stir the chopped egg into the dressing mixture until evenly coated.
Serve immediately on toast, crackers, or a bed of greens for a satisfying single-serving egg salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
245 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.8 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 208 mg | 70% | |
| Sodium | 776 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 96 mg | 2% | |
*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.
