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Simple Egg Salad

May 22, 2014 SimplySherryl 24 Comments

Simple Egg Salad

Do you know where Egg Salad came from?  Google claims that there isn't a particular person credited with the invention, but that it has been around since the early 1800’s.

Egg Salad so Simple

Egg Salad… strange name to me. But then I have to be in the mood for eggs to enjoy them. My favorite way is the Quick and Easy version listed below:

Basic quick and easy egg salad….. Boil 1 egg. Peel, Chop and Mix with 1 tablespoon mayo. Salt/Pepper done!

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However, when I need to make a larger batch I use the following as a guide:

INGREDIENTS:

12 Eggs
3-4 tablespoons mayonnaise (adjust to personal taste)
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon dried parsley
salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:

~ Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water (check for freshness). Liberally salt water (will help the eggs seal to make easier peeling).

~ Bring water to a boil; cover, turn off heat and leave eggs along for 16 minutes.

~Pour off hot water and cover eggs in cold water to cool (toss in a couple of ice cubes to chill quickly).

~ Peel eggs as soon as possible.

Once eggs are peeled, place in large bowl and chop with a knife or pair of scissors. Yes, scissors work great in the kitchen for chopping and the kids can get involved!

Mix in the mayonnaise, mustard, celery, onion, parsley and salt and pepper.

Simple Egg Salad

Makes about 8-10 sandwiches

Simple Egg Salad

Optional:

Try adding any of these to change it up:

~ Relish (sweet, butter or dill)
~ Olives
~ Sliced Almonds
~ Vinegar (replace the mustard)
~ Sour Cream (replace the mayo)
~ Peppers (Sweet Red or your choice)

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Comments

  1. Lynne B says

    October 11, 2016 at 7:36 PM

    I’ve always wanted to try making egg salad. It’s never been something I’ve ordered before but I put hard-boiled eggs in my potato and macaroni salad, so why not!

    Reply
  2. Anne says

    July 12, 2014 at 4:43 PM

    My spouse works from home, so I’m always on the lookout for lunch ideas for him. He would love your version of a simple egg salad. And thanks for the variations, too!

    Reply
  3. polly says

    June 10, 2014 at 9:58 PM

    Love egg salad sandwiches for a quick summer dinner.

    Reply
  4. Zulema A Tomlinson says

    June 4, 2014 at 3:03 AM

    this looks so yummy!! i love egg salad.

    Reply
  5. Katie says

    June 3, 2014 at 8:38 PM

    Simple and yummy

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  6. lisa lo says

    June 3, 2014 at 6:32 PM

    Which came first? The egg salad or the chicken salad?

    Reply
  7. Sarah Elyce says

    June 3, 2014 at 4:21 PM

    I’m 5 1/2 months pregnant and have been loving deviled eggs and egg salad. 🙂

    Reply
  8. Shannon says

    June 3, 2014 at 12:02 AM

    I love egg salad. So yummy. Thank you for sharing your recipe with us.

    Reply
  9. Kelly says

    June 2, 2014 at 6:17 PM

    I love eggs, I have 18 chickens and so eggs are a part of my daily life. This looks like a nice, simple recipe for egg salad. Thanks.

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  10. Jasmine P says

    June 1, 2014 at 3:26 PM

    I love egg salad!

    Reply
  11. Jennifer Hiles says

    May 29, 2014 at 3:15 PM

    I love egg salad but I never think to make it. I was once told to put a little dab of peanut butter into the recipe. My initial thought was “uh, gross” but it’s actually delicious. I really recommend it!

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  12. Tamra Phelps says

    May 29, 2014 at 2:36 PM

    I agree! I always wondered why we call it egg SALAD. But I love it.

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  13. polly says

    May 27, 2014 at 7:12 PM

    I love Egg Salad Sandwiches. Make them often. If you ever don’t know what to do with leftover deviled eggs…chop them up-instant egg salad!

    Reply
  14. laurie nykaza says

    May 27, 2014 at 5:25 PM

    1 teaspoon fried parsley haven’t tried it with that added to the recipe will have to give it a try sounds delicious

    Reply
  15. Krissy says

    May 27, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    I can honestly say I don’t think I’ve EVER ate egg salad, lol. I like eggs though, but my Mom never did so she never made it. I may have to make some of my own just to try it out!

    Reply
  16. Sky Evans says

    May 26, 2014 at 3:42 PM

    This looks great.

    Reply
  17. Natasha @ Houseful Of Nicholes says

    May 26, 2014 at 12:14 PM

    Egg salad is one of life’s simplest treasures. LOL! I love it as well, but my kids don’t appreciate eggs, so I’m often making the “for one” option!

    Reply
  18. Melissa @ Stockpiling Moms says

    May 24, 2014 at 10:57 AM

    I LOVE egg salad! One of the cheapest lunches ever!

    Reply
  19. Krystle(Baking Beauty) says

    December 5, 2012 at 11:31 PM

    I love egg salad! I’ll have to try using onion in it, that sounds like a great combo!

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  20. Tesa @ 2 Wired 2 Tired says

    December 5, 2012 at 10:24 PM

    I’m not a fan of egg salad but many of my family members are so I’ll have to share this with them.

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  21. amber whitehead says

    December 5, 2012 at 1:06 PM

    I love egg salad.

    Reply
  22. Kim says

    December 5, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    I love eggs and like egg salad….but husband doesn’t. Eggs are really good for you. I normally eat 3 egg whites and 2 egg yellow!! Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
  23. Michele says

    December 5, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    I mostly eat hard boiled eggs if I eat them at all–but the quick and simple egg salad just might work for me!!

    Reply
  24. Amber Edwards says

    December 5, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    I’m not a fan of egg salad, but everyone else in the family is. lol. I guess I’m the odd one out.

    Reply

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