Simply Egg Salad

Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly simple, this Simply Egg Salad recipe is a quick, classic dish perfect for lunch or a light meal. Made with just a handful of staple ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, creamy mayonnaise, zesty yellow mustard, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this egg salad is elevated with finely chopped celery and green onion for added crunch and flavor. Ready in under 25 minutes, it’s a fuss-free recipe that’s as versatile as it is delicious—serve it on bread, crackers, or over crisp greens. Garnish with a pinch of paprika for an optional pop of color and a touch of smoky flavor. Perfectly balanced and easy to make, this egg salad is a go-to recipe for busy weekdays or a picnic favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:22 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces large eggs
• 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the eggs in a medium-sized pot and add enough water to cover them by about 1 inch.

Step 2

Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the eggs simmer for 12 minutes.

Step 3

Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool for at least 5 minutes. This will make them easier to peel.

Step 4

Peel the eggs under running water to remove the shells and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 5

Chop the hard-boiled eggs into small pieces and transfer them to a mixing bowl.

Step 6

Add mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, chopped celery, and green onion to the bowl with the eggs.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper, and stir everything together until well combined.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary.

Step 9

Serve the egg salad immediately on bread, in a wrap, or over greens. Optionally, sprinkle with paprika for garnish.

Step 10

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(418.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	874.6

Total Fat 74.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1176mg	0%
Sodium 1828.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 36.7g	0%

Vitamin D 240IU	0%
Calcium 193.1mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 562.9mg	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: 74.4%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 9.3%