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Classic Egg Salad

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Classic Egg Salad
Classic Egg Salad

Classic Egg Salad

Egg Salad is basically deconstructed deviled eggs. Chopped boiled eggs mixed with mayo and seasonings. It's a great use for boiled eggs that don't peel perfectly, or for the day after an Easter egg hunt. And it makes a great sandwich.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dip, Salad, Topping
Cuisine American
Servings 2 Cups

Equipment

  • Normal Kitchen Utensils

Ingredients
  

  • 6 Eggs Hard Boiled and Peeled
  • 1/4 C Mayonnaise
  • 2 Tbsp Diced Red or White Onion (Optional)
  • 2 Tbsp Dill or Sweet Relish or Diced Pickle (Optional)
  • 1 Tbsp Yellow Mustard
  • Salt and Pepper to Taste

Instructions
 

  • Roughly chop the eggs into 1/2 inch chunks.
    6 Eggs
  • Lightly mix the eggs with the mayo, mustard and (optional) onion and pickle.
    1/4 C Mayonnaise, 2 Tbsp Diced Red or White Onion, 1 Tbsp Yellow Mustard, 2 Tbsp Dill or Sweet Relish
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste (I start with a heavy pinch of each).
    Salt and Pepper to Taste
  • Cover and chill for at least an hour or until as cold as you like it.
  • Serve on a bed of lettuce, with crackers, or in a sandwich.
Keyword Classic, Egg, Mayonnaise, Mustard, Salad, Simple