Description
This classic and creamy egg salad recipe is quick to prepare and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or as a side dish. Made with hard-boiled eggs, creamy mayonnaise, tangy mustard, pickle relish, and aromatic garlic and onions, it offers a delicious balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for a simple lunch or picnic, this egg salad is easy to customize and loved by all ages.
Ingredients
Egg Salad Ingredients
- 18 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and halved
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup mustard
- 2 tbsp drained pickle relish (dill or sweet)
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp minced onions
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the halved hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, pickle relish, minced garlic, minced onions, salt, and pepper to prepare the salad base.
- Mash and Mix: Use a fork to mash and combine the eggs with the other ingredients until fully incorporated. Adjust the texture to your preference, whether you like larger chunks or a finer mix.
- Refrigerate: Cover and refrigerate the egg salad until ready to serve to allow the flavors to meld and keep it chilled.
Notes
- For a different flavor profile, try using sweet pickle relish instead of dill.
- You can adjust the amount of mustard and mayonnaise based on your taste for creaminess and tang.
- Adding chopped celery or fresh herbs like dill or chives can provide extra crunch and freshness.
- Keep refrigerated and consume within 3-4 days for the best quality and safety.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
