Traditional Egg Salad
Creamy, refreshing, and easy to make, this Traditional Egg Salad is a classic comfort food that hits all the right notes. Perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs are chopped and tossed with silky mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and a dash of salt and pepper for a well-balanced flavor that’s both simple and satisfying. Crisp celery and fresh green onions add a delightful crunch, while optional parsley lends a pop of color and herbal brightness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile dish can be enjoyed as a sandwich filling, dolloped onto crackers, or served over crisp greens for a light and flavorful meal. Whether you’re prepping for a picnic or looking for a quick lunch, this timeless egg salad recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 Large eggs
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 stalk Celery
- 2 Green onions
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Place the eggs in a single layer in a medium saucepan. Fill the saucepan with enough water to cover the eggs by 1 inch.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, turn off the heat, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the eggs sit for 10-12 minutes.
Carefully drain the hot water and transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water. Let them cool for 5 minutes before peeling.
Peel the eggs under running water to make it easier. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Chop the hard-boiled eggs into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.
Finely dice the celery and slice the green onions. Add them to the mixing bowl with the chopped eggs.
Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir gently to combine all the ingredients until creamy and evenly mixed.
If desired, chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it into the mixture for added flavor and color.
Taste the egg salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve immediately as a sandwich filling, on crackers, as a salad topping, or simply enjoy it on its own. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.1 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1176 mg | 392% | |
| Sodium | 1870 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 36.7 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 538 mg | 11% | |
*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.
