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Classic Egg Salad

This classic egg salad recipe is perfectly creamy, tangy and loaded with fresh flavors. Packed with protein and simple ingredients, it's the perfect go-to lunch for busy weekdays.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: classic egg salad, easy egg salad, egg salad, high protien
Servings: 3

Ingredients

  • 6 Eggs
  • ¼ cup Red onion
  • ¼ cup Pickles (optional)
  • ¼ cup Parsley
  • ¼ cup Chives
  • ¼ cup Mayo
  • 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon juice
  • Fresh ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Hard boil 6 eggs: Bring a pot of water to boil. Once boiled, gently add 6 eggs to the pot. Boil the eggs for 10 mins, then remove from the pot and place into a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cooled, peel and chop the eggs, then add them to medium-sized bowl.
  • Dice red onion: Finely dice the red onion and add to the bowl of eggs.
  • Prepare the pickles (optional): If you're using pickles, ensure they are well-drained to avoid excess moisture in the salad, then chop and add to the bowl.
  • Chop fresh herbs: Finely chop the parsley and chives and add to the bowl.
  • Add the dressing: Add the mayo, dijon mustard, lemon juice and freshly cracked black pepper to the bowl.
  • Combine ingredients: Mix all ingredients together just until well combined.
  • Enjoy! Spoon the egg salad over toast, stuff it into a croissant, or eat straight out of the bowl!

Notes

ALTERNATIVE ADD-INS AND VARIATIONS:

• Herbs: Swap in your favorite herbs or whatever you have on hand. Dill and green onions are great alternatives.
• Crunch: Replace pickles with chopped celery for extra crunch.
• Spices: Add a dash of paprika for an extra kick!

STORAGE TIPS:

For the best taste, this egg salad to best enjoyed fresh. However, you may store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

MAKE AHEAD:

While this salad is best served fresh, you can prepare the eggs, red onion, and herbs in advance. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add the pickles and dressing right before serving.