Creamy Homemade Egg Salad Spread

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Creamy Homemade Egg Salad Spread

Creamy Homemade Egg Salad Spread is a classic, protein-rich recipe made with hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, and simple seasonings. It’s smooth, flavorful, and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or fresh vegetables. This quick recipe is ideal for breakfast, lunch, or meal prep.

Ingredients

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp plain Greek yogurt (optional)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped celery
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped green onion
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place the chopped eggs in a mixing bowl and mash lightly with a fork.
  2. Add mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
  3. Stir in celery, green onion, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  4. Mix until smooth and creamy, adjusting seasoning as needed.
  5. Chill for 20–30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
  6. Serve on bread, toast, lettuce wraps, crackers, or as a veggie dip.

Notes

  • Use freshly cooked hard-boiled eggs for the best texture.
  • Mash more for a smoother spread or leave chunky if preferred.

Tips

  • Add paprika, dill, or chopped pickles for extra flavor.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for part of the mayonnaise to reduce calories.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Servings

4 servings

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 210
  • Protein: 11 g
  • Carbohydrates: 2 g
  • Fat: 17 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Sodium: 240 mg

Benefits

  • High in protein to help keep you full.
  • Rich in vitamins B12, D, and choline for brain health.
  • Quick, budget-friendly, and meal-prep friendly.
  • Versatile for sandwiches, wraps, salads, or snacks.

Q&A

Q: Can I make egg salad ahead of time?
A: Yes, it can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and kept refrigerated.

Q: Can I use only Greek yogurt?
A: Yes, replacing the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt creates a lighter, higher-protein version.

Q: How long does egg salad last?
A: Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Q: What can I serve with egg salad spread?
A: Enjoy it on whole-grain bread, lettuce wraps, crackers, bagels, or stuffed into tomatoes or avocados.

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