Best Egg Salad Recipe
Total Time
30 minutes
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Rating
4.95 out of 5 stars
(142)
Ingredients
4 servings
- 6 large eggs
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 to 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon capers, optional
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Preparation
Step 1
Hard boil the eggs according to this recipe. Peel and chop.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and several grinds of pepper.
Step 3
Mix in the onions, then fold in the eggs, chives, dill, and capers, if using.
Step 4
Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. Stir, then season to taste and serve.
Step 5
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Chef's notes
Start with good hard boiled eggs. The method described yields easy-to-peel eggs with yellow yolks.
Maintain some texture. The best egg salad is a little chunky, with a rich, creamy dressing.
Go all in on the herbs. Fresh chives and dill add bright, oniony flavor and make it feel fresh.
