Fantastic Egg Salad Pitas
Elevate your lunchtime routine with these *Fantastic Egg Salad Pitas*, a fresh and flavorful twist on a classic dish. Creamy chopped eggs are blended with tangy Dijon mustard, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of fresh dill for a gourmet edge. Crunchy celery and crisp green onions add texture, while delicate baby spinach or lettuce leaves provide a refreshing crunch. Tucked into warm whole wheat pita pockets, this easy-to-make recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect choice for a quick yet satisfying meal. Packed with protein, vibrant flavors, and wholesome goodness, these egg salad pitas are ideal for a light lunch, casual brunch, or a unique picnic dish everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 cup baby spinach or lettuce leaves
- 4 whole wheat pita breads
Instructions
Place the eggs in a single layer in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the pan, remove it from the heat, and let the eggs sit for 10 minutes.
Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and let them cool for 5-7 minutes. Once cool, peel the eggs and chop them into small, bite-sized pieces.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
Add the chopped eggs, celery, green onions, dill, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Gently fold the ingredients together until well combined.
Warm the pita breads briefly in a toaster oven or skillet until soft but not crispy, about 1-2 minutes.
Cut each pita in half to form pockets. Line each pita pocket with a few baby spinach or lettuce leaves.
Spoon the egg salad mixture evenly into each pita pocket, filling them generously.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Fantastic Egg Salad Pitas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.4 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.3 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1176 mg | 392% | |
| Sodium | 3547 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 164.8 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 62.0 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 1379 mg | 29% | |
*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.
