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Serving Images are for illustrative purposes only, may be inaccurate, and do not guarantee the presence or absence of specific ingredients. Egg Salad Sandwich
Classic egg salad with mayonnaise and a hint of mustard on soft sandwich bread.
Contains common allergens
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- Ready in under 30 minutes
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Instructions
5 steps- 1
Place the peeled hard-boiled eggs in a mixing bowl. Using a fork or a potato masher, mash the eggs until they reach a chunky, yet spreadable consistency.
- 2
Add the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and chopped chives to the mashed eggs. Stir well to combine until the mixture becomes creamy and cohesive.
- 3
Season the egg salad with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of paprika. Mix thoroughly and taste to adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- 4
For the best texture, lightly toast the bread slices to provide a sturdy base that contrasts with the soft filling (optional, but recommended).
- 5
Mound the egg salad generously onto one slice of bread, spreading it evenly. Top with the second slice, press down gently, and slice the sandwich in half.
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78/100
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Nutrition
per serving180
Calories
8 g
Protein
7 g
Carbs
13 g
Fat
Estimated per serving. Actual values depend on the brands and portions you use.
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Chef notes & practical guide
Technique notes, ingredient swaps, serve-alongside ideas, storage guidance, and equipment for this recipe.
Cultural context
Egg salad sandwiches became an American lunch staple once hard-boiled eggs and commercial mayonnaise were everyday pantry items in the early twentieth century, and they have long been a tea-sandwich and lunchbox standard. The dish is plain by design, so its character comes from the small additions here, mustard for tang and chives for freshness, that lift mashed egg and mayonnaise above the ordinary.
Listahan note
This version mashes the eggs to a chunky, spreadable texture rather than smooth, and folds in Dijon and fresh chives so the salad keeps some bite and brightness instead of becoming a uniform paste.
Technique cues
- Mashing the eggs only to a chunky, spreadable stage preserves bits of firm white that give the salad texture against the creamy yolk.
- Folding Dijon and chives into the mash distributes tang and onion freshness evenly so no bite is bland.
- Lightly toasting the bread gives a sturdy base that contrasts the soft filling and resists going soggy.
Kitchen flow
- Parallel prep
- Chop the chives and measure the mustard while the peeled eggs cool enough to mash.
- Make-ahead
- Mix the egg salad up to a day ahead; it firms and the flavors settle in the fridge.
- Leftover move
- Spoon leftover egg salad onto crackers or into a lettuce cup for a quick snack.
- Cleanup rhythm
- Rinse the mashing bowl and fork promptly so the egg does not crust on.
Ingredient brief
Role, handling, and swap guidance for each key ingredient.
hard-boiled eggs
Main protein
Purpose: They are the entire substance of the salad, so their cook and mash set the texture.
Handling: Cool, peel, and mash to a chunky consistency that leaves some white intact.
Adaptation: There is no real substitute; for a lighter salad use more whites and fewer yolks.
mayonnaise
Creamy binder
Purpose: It binds the mashed egg into a cohesive, spreadable salad.
Handling: Add and stir until just creamy so the salad holds without turning soupy.
Adaptation: Greek yogurt or a half-and-half blend lightens it with a tangier finish.
Dijon mustard
Tangy seasoning
Purpose: It sharpens the rich egg and mayonnaise and is the salad's main flavor lift.
Handling: Stir it in fully so its tang threads through the whole mix.
Adaptation: Yellow mustard is milder and a touch sweeter.
fresh chives
Fresh aromatic
Purpose: Their gentle onion freshness brightens the otherwise rich salad.
Handling: Chop finely and fold in last so they stay green and distinct.
Adaptation: Thinly sliced scallion greens or dill give a similar fresh note.
soft white bread
Structure
Purpose: Toasted, it provides a sturdy frame that contrasts the soft filling.
Handling: Toast lightly so it crisps but stays tender enough to bite cleanly.
Adaptation: Whole wheat adds nuttiness and a firmer crumb.
Technique notes
- Reserve a few coarsely chopped pieces of white to fold in at the end for extra texture in a too-smooth mash.
- Finish with the pinch of paprika on top, where it adds color and a faint warmth without muddying the mix.
- If packing it for later, keep the salad and toast separate and assemble just before eating to avoid sogginess.
Ingredient swaps
- Gluten-free direction
- Serve the salad on gluten-free bread, in lettuce cups, or over greens, since the filling is gluten-free.
- Mustard-free direction
- Drop the Dijon and brighten with a squeeze of lemon and extra chives instead.
- Lower-sodium direction
- Season with chives, pepper, and lemon rather than salt, and use a low-sodium mayonnaise.
Serve alongside
- Crisp green salad
- Potato chips
- Sliced cucumber
- Fresh fruit
- Iced tea
- Sparkling water with lemon
- Cold lemonade
Serving suggestions only — check pairings for your household's allergens.
Storage & reheating
- Refrigerate the egg salad in a sealed container for up to 3 days; keep it well chilled.
- Serve cold; this salad is not reheated.
- Freezing is not recommended, as the egg whites turn rubbery and the mayonnaise separates on thaw.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Fork or potato masher
- Sharp knife for the chives
- Spatula
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