Description
A creamy and flavorful egg salad sandwich featuring hard-boiled eggs mashed with mayonnaise and a blend of seasonings, served between slices of fresh bread. The recipe can be easily customized to your liking with additional ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large hard-boiled eggs, cooled and peeled
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped celery
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill or chives (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 12 slices of your favorite bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or white bread)
- Lettuce leaves or sprouts (for serving)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mash the cooled hard-boiled eggs with a fork until they reach your desired consistency (chunky or smooth).
- Stir in the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, and fresh herbs (if using).
- Season the mixture generously with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Taste the egg salad and adjust seasonings as needed.
- To assemble the sandwiches, spread the egg salad evenly onto 6 slices of bread.
- Top with lettuce leaves or sprouts and the remaining slices of bread.
- Cut sandwiches in half and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a healthier option, substitute half of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.
- Add a pinch of paprika or a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- For a different flavor profile, try adding a little bit of pickle relish or capers.
- The egg salad can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 2 slices of bread and 1/2 cup egg salad)
- Calories: Approximately 350-400 calories (highly depends on bread and mayonnaise used)
- Sugar: Approximately 3-5g
- Sodium: Approximately 500-600mg
- Fat: Approximately 18-25g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 4-6g
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 30-40g
- Fiber: Approximately 3-5g
- Protein: Approximately 15-20g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 350-450mg
Keywords: egg salad, sandwich, lunch, easy, creamy, classic, vegetarian