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The Best Classic Creamy Egg Salad Recipe

A mound of creamy, yellow egg salad recipe generously topped with freshly chopped green chives on a white plate.
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Make the best homemade egg salad with this classic, creamy recipe. It is quick to prepare and perfect for satisfying egg salad sandwiches, meal prep, or a simple picnic side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the eggs in a large pot and cover them with cold water by about one inch. Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Once boiling, immediately remove the pot from the heat, cover it, and let the eggs stand for exactly 10 minutes for perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs.
  3. Transfer the eggs to an ice bath (a bowl of ice water) immediately to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely, about 10 minutes.
  4. Peel the cooled eggs. Chop the eggs coarsely. You want a mix of textures, so do not over-chop them into a paste.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, dill, chives, white vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  6. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep some texture in the salad.
  7. Taste the egg salad and adjust salt or pepper as needed.
  8. Serve immediately, or cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. This is great for egg salad sandwich filling.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute 1 tablespoon of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt for a high protein egg salad boost.
  • If you prefer a tangier flavor, add 1 teaspoon of sweet pickle relish to the mix.
  • This creamy dressing for egg salad keeps well for up to 4 days when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  • If you are using up hard boiled eggs that are older, they may be harder to peel. A quick tip is to gently tap the shell all over before peeling under running water.

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