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Classic Egg Salad

Classic Egg Salad: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

Classic Egg Salad is a gluten-free, vegetarian dish that brings nostalgia and satisfaction in every bite.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 53 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 6 pieces Hard-Boiled Eggs Use older eggs for easier peeling.
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise For a lighter option, try Greek yogurt instead.
  • 1 tablespoon Stone Ground Mustard Dijon works well as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Pickle Juice or Lemon Juice Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Substitute with green onions for a milder note.
  • 1 tablespoon Dill Fresh herb flavor that complements the egg salad.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onion Chives are a pleasant alternative.
  • 1 clove Green Garlic (or Garlic Cloves) Garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
  • 1/4 cup Diced Pickles Optional but delightful for texture.
  • to taste Kosher Salt Essential seasoning to balance flavor.
  • to taste Black Pepper Essential seasoning to balance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika (Sweet or Smoked) Can be left out if desired.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Gently add the eggs and cook for 9–13 minutes.
  2. Immediately transfer the cooked eggs to an ice bath to halt the cooking process for about 5 minutes.
  3. Peel the eggs under running cool water for extra ease.
  4. Chop the eggs into 1/4-inch pieces and transfer to a mixing bowl.
  5. Add mayonnaise, mustard, pickle juice, red onion, dill, green onion, and garlic to the eggs. Stir gently until combined.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This classic egg salad is versatile and can be adjusted to your preferences. Enjoy it on sandwiches, in wraps, or as a dip.

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