Make a classic, creamy, and flavorful egg salad perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or serving with crackers. This recipe focuses on achieving the best texture and essential seasoning.
Author:Amelia Carmichael
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:10 min
Yield:4 servings
Category:Lunch
Method:Mixing
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
6 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon yellow mustard
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh chives, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the hard-boiled eggs and roughly chop them. Place the chopped eggs in a medium bowl.
Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and yellow mustard to the bowl with the eggs.
Add the chopped celery and minced chives.
Gently mix all ingredients together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain some texture.
Season with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Notes
For a tangier flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to the dressing mixture.
If you prefer a smoother texture, mash about one-third of the eggs with a fork before mixing in the other ingredients.
This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to four days.