Classic Egg Salad

Creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly simple, this Classic Egg Salad is a timeless favorite that perfectly balances rich textures with zesty, bright flavors. Made with tender hard-boiled eggs, creamy mayonnaise, a touch of Dijon mustard, and a hint of fresh lemon juice, this recipe is elevated by the crunch of celery and the subtle sweetness of red onion. Fresh parsley adds a delightful herbaceous note, while crisp green lettuce leaves provide the perfect bed for serving. Ready in just 22 minutes, this quick and easy egg salad is ideal for a light lunch, sandwich filling, or even as a party appetizer. Packed with protein and endlessly versatile, it's a must-try dish guaranteed to satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 celery stalk
• 0.25 small red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 4 green lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

Place the eggs in a single layer in a large saucepan and cover them with cool water by about an inch.

Step 2

Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once the water reaches a boil, cover the pan, remove it from the heat, and let it sit for 9-12 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer the eggs to a bowl filled with ice water and let them cool for about 5 minutes. Peel the eggs under cold running water.

Step 4

Chop the hard-boiled eggs into small pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir gently to combine.

Step 6

Finely chop the celery and red onion. Add them to the egg mixture along with the chopped fresh parsley, and stir until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference.

Step 8

Wash and pat dry the green lettuce leaves. Arrange them on a serving platter.

Step 9

Spoon the egg salad onto the lettuce leaves and serve immediately, or refrigerate for later.

Step 10

Enjoy as a standalone salad or as a filling in sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(652.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1351.8

Total Fat 119.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1233.6mg	0%
Sodium 2297.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 3.9g
Protein 38.8g	0%

Vitamin D 240IU	0%
Calcium 273.5mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1134.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.9%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 10.9%