Creamy Egg Salad
The addition of one non-traditional ingredient makes this Creamy Egg Salad to die for!
Egg salad is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many ways and offers numerous variations to suit different tastes.
Uses for Egg Salad
- Sandwich Filling: Classic for making egg salad sandwiches with bread, croissants, or pita pockets.
- Wraps and Lettuce Wraps: Served wrapped in tortillas or crisp lettuce leaves for a lighter option.
- On Crackers or Crostini: As a spread or topping for appetizers.
- Salad Course: Served over mixed greens or as part of a larger meal.
- Stuffed Vegetables: Used to fill cucumber boats, cherry tomatoes, or bell pepper halves.
- Breakfast or Snack: Spread on toast or enjoyed on its own as a protein-rich snack.
Variations of Egg Salad
- Classic Egg Salad: Hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, salt, pepper, chopped celery, and onion.
- Avocado Egg Salad: Replaces mayonnaise with mashed avocado for added creaminess and healthy fats.
- Greek-Style Egg Salad: Incorporates feta cheese, olives, cucumber, and a lemon-olive oil dressing.
- Curried Egg Salad: Adds curry powder for a flavorful twist, often with raisins or chutney.
- Herb Egg Salad: Includes fresh herbs like dill, tarragon, chives, or parsley.
- Bacon Egg Salad: Mixes in crispy bacon bits for smoky flavor.
- Spicy Egg Salad: Adds chopped jalapeños, hot sauce, or cayenne pepper.
- Vegan or Plant-Based: Uses mashed chickpeas or tofu with vegan mayo and seasonings.
- Southwest Egg Salad: Incorporates corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, cumin, and lime juice.
- Mediterranean: Includes sun-dried tomatoes, capers, red onion, and herbs like oregano.
Tips for Customization
- Adjust the level of mayonnaise or substitute with Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Mix in crunchy ingredients like celery, pickles, or bell peppers.
- Add flavor with spices such as paprika, curry, or cumin.
- Experiment with different herbs and seasonings to create unique flavor profiles.
Creamy Egg Salad
The addition of one non-traditional ingredient makes this Creamy Egg Salad to die for!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
- Category: Salads & Salad Dressings
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 hard boiled eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 3 to 4 tablespoon cream creese, softened
- 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
- 1 green onion, chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, if needed
Instructions
- Peel eggs; slice in half and put yolks in a bowl. Mash the yolks. Chop the whites and add to the bowl.
- Add mayonnaise, cream cheese, sweet pickle relish, green onion (if using), Dijon mustard and pepper. Combine well.
- Taste filling to see if any salt is needed.
Notes
Photo credit: (c) Can Stock Photo / chas53
