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Classic Egg Salad Recipe

Need a fast and easy lunch? This classic egg salad recipe is creamy, crunchy and takes just a few minutes to make.
Course Salad
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients

  • 8 large eggs hard-boiled and peeled
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 stalk celery finely diced
  • 0.25 tsp kosher salt or to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.25 tsp paprika for garnish

Instructions

  • Boil eggs for 9-10 minutes, cool in an ice bath and peel. Roughly chop.
  • Whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, kosher salt and black pepper in a small mixing bowl.
  • Place chopped eggs and diced celery in a large mixing bowl.
  • Pour dressing over the eggs and gently mix together.
  • Sprinkle the top with paprika and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.