Classic Egg Salad

Classic Egg Salad is a timeless, creamy combination of hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, and a touch of mustard, minimally seasoned to let the eggs shine. It’s quick to prepare, budget-friendly, and always a reliable favorite.

Course Lunch

Cuisine American

Keyword Hard Boiled Eggs

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Refrigerate 30

Total Time 1

Servings servings

Calories 335kcal

Author Darcey Olson

Cost $4

Ingredients

8 large eggs
½ cup mayonnaise *Note 1
1 tsp yellow mustard
¼ tsp salt
⅛ tsp garlic powder *Note 2
⅛ tsp black pepper

OPTIONAL ADD INS

¼ cup thinly sliced scallions, plus more for garnish
1 small rib of celery, minced
paprika, mix in or add as garnish

Instructions

Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Gently add the eggs and reduce the heat slightly. Simmer for 11 minutes. Transfer immediately to an ice bath and cool completely.
Peel the eggs and finely chop before adding to a large mixing bowl.
Add the mayonnaise, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper and gently fold until just combined. Do not over-mix.
Taste and adjust, if needed.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.

Notes

Note 1 - Use your favorite brand of mayo. If you use a sub-par brand the final product will suffer.

Note 2 - Super basic egg salad doesn't include garlic powder, but I highly recommend adding it for an extra layer of flavor.

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