This classic egg salad sandwich is creamy, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying! Made with hard-boiled eggs, a rich mayo dressing, and fresh herbs, it’s the perfect quick and easy meal for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner.
Here’s how to make the best egg salad sandwich in just 15 minutes! 👇
🛠 Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Egg Salad:
✔ 6 large eggs (hard-boiled & chopped) 🥚
✔ ¼ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
✔ 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (adds a nice tang)
✔ 1 teaspoon lemon juice 🍋
✔ 1 tablespoon chopped chives or green onions 🌿
✔ ½ teaspoon salt & black pepper
✔ ½ teaspoon paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
✔ 1 celery stalk (finely chopped, for crunch – optional)
For the Sandwich:
✔ 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough) 🍞
✔ Lettuce leaves (optional, for freshness) 🥬
✔ Sliced tomatoes (optional, for extra flavor) 🍅
✅ Optional Add-ins: A pinch of garlic powder, crumbled bacon, or avocado slices!
🔄 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Hard-Boil the Eggs
✔ Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water.
✔ Bring to a boil, then turn off the heat and cover for 10 minutes.
✔ Transfer to cold water, peel, and chop finely.
✅ For easy peeling, add a teaspoon of baking soda to the boiling water!
2️⃣ Mix the Egg Salad
✔ In a bowl, combine chopped eggs, mayo, mustard, lemon juice, chives, salt, pepper, and paprika.
✔ Mix until creamy and well combined.
✅ For a smoother texture, mash the eggs slightly with a fork!
3️⃣ Assemble the Sandwich
✔ Toast bread for extra crunch (optional).
✔ Spread a generous layer of egg salad onto a slice of bread.
✔ Top with lettuce, tomato, or extra chives, then cover with another slice.
✅ For a low-carb option, serve the egg salad in lettuce wraps!
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