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The Best Classic Creamy Egg Salad Recipe for Perfect Sandwiches

A white bowl filled with creamy, bright yellow egg salad recipe, generously topped with chopped green chives.
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Make the ultimate creamy egg salad using simple steps. This classic recipe is flavorful, bright, and perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, or your next picnic sandwich.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, hard-boiled
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (use full-fat for best creaminess)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives or green onion
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Peel the hard-boiled eggs and place them in a medium bowl.
  2. Use a fork or potato masher to coarsely chop the eggs until you reach your desired texture. Some prefer small chunks, others prefer finer.
  3. Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
  4. Gently fold all the ingredients together until they are just combined and creamy. Do not overmix.
  5. Taste the mixture and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed for your preference.
  6. Cover the bowl and chill the egg salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to blend well.
  7. Serve on toasted bread for an easy lunch, with crackers, or in lettuce cups for a high protein meal.

Notes

  • For an extra rich flavor, try adding 1 teaspoon of sweet pickle relish to the dressing mixture.
  • If you are making this ahead for meal prep, keep the celery separate until just before serving to maintain maximum crunch.
  • To make this recipe keto-friendly, skip any added sugar and serve on low-carb bread or in celery sticks.

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