There’s nothing quite like a delicious, refreshing egg salad sandwich to celebrate the flavors of summer. With just a few simple ingredients and the right techniques, you can create the best egg salad that is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for a quick lunch, picnic, or baby shower. Let me show you how to make the perfect summer egg salad recipe!
Ingredients
For this summer egg salad recipe, you’ll need the following simple ingredients:
- Large eggs (6-8 for a double batch)
- Red onion (finely chopped, about ¼ cup)
- Dijon or yellow mustard (1 tablespoon)
- Mayonnaise (½ cup, or to taste)
- Fresh dill (chopped, about 2 tablespoons)
- Lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
- Cucumber (chopped, 2 tablespoons)
- Celery (chopped, 2 tablespoons)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Ingredient Substitutes:
Add Sour cream or Greek yogurt (2 tablespoons for creaminess)
Swap out the onion and use Green onions, shallots, or whatever is growing in the garden!
Seasonality
With abundant eggs starting in the spring and summer plus some seasonal produce, this dish is an easy ideal recipe for the summer. Fresh herbs like dill and summer bounty from the garden or farmer’s market make for some amazing flavors! You may have seen my classic springtime egg salad recipe. This one differs mainly in the seasonal produce like adding cucumber, onions, celery, and finishing off any leftover dill. Plus, summer is the perfect time for cool, creamy dishes like a sandwich or lettuce wrap. It’s quick, easy, and doesn’t require a ton of time in the warm kitchen!
How to Cook Hard-Boiled Eggs
Perfectly cooked eggs are the foundation of a great egg salad. Click here for the full tutorial. Here’s an overview of how to achieve the perfect hard-boiled eggs:
- Place eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with enough water so that there’s about an inch of water above the eggs.
- Bring the water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, turn off the heat and cover the saucepan with a lid. Let the eggs sit in the hot water for 10-12 minutes.
- Transfer the eggs to an ice water bath (a large bowl filled with cold water and ice) to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier.
- Peel eggs once they’re cool enough to handle. The shells should come off easily, leaving you with tender whites and perfectly cooked egg yolks.
Instructions
With your hard-boiled eggs ready, you can now make your egg salad:
- Chop eggs into inch pieces or smaller, depending on your preferred texture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped eggs, onion, cucumber, celery, and dill.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon or yellow mustard, and lemon juice until you achieve a creamy dressing. Add salt to taste.
- Fold the dressing into the egg mixture until everything is well coated. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- For a bit of a kick, you can add a small amount of hot sauce or more Dijon mustard.
The Best Dressing
A combination of mayonnaise and Dijon or yellow mustard creates a creamy texture with the perfect balance of tanginess. The addition of fresh lemon juice brightens the flavors, making this the best dressing for your egg salad. For a healthier twist, you can substitute half of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
How to Serve Egg Salad
Egg salad is incredibly versatile and can be served in various ways:
- Sandwiches: Spread between slices of your favorite bread—whole grain, sourdough, or even English muffins are great options. Add some fresh greens, like arugula or spinach, for extra freshness.
- Lettuce Wraps: For a low-carb option, serve the egg salad in lettuce cups. Romaine or butter lettuce works well.
- On a Bed of Greens: Serve over a bed of mixed greens for a light and refreshing meal.
- With Tortilla Chips: This recipe makes a surprisingly delicious dip for crunchy tortilla chips.
How to Store Egg Salad
Store leftover egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for up to 3 days. If you’re making a large batch at the beginning of the week, consider storing the egg salad separately from any bread or greens to prevent fogginess.
Final Thoughts
This easy egg salad recipe is a perfect addition to your summer meal rotation. With minimal effort and fresh, simple ingredients, this is one of my summer favorites!
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 6-8 Large eggs
- 1/4 cup Red onion finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Fresh dill chopped
- 2 tbsp Cucumber chopped
- 2 tbsp Celery chopped
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise or to taste
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop eggs into inch pieces or smaller, depending on your preferred texture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped eggs, onion, cucumber, celery, and dill.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until you achieve a creamy dressing. Add salt to taste.
- Fold the dressing into the egg mixture until everything is well coated. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- For a bit of a kick, you can add a small amount of hot sauce or more Dijon mustard.
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