Best 3 Easter Egg Salad Recipes
Spring has sprung and Easter is in the air! What better way to celebrate than with a delicious and festive Easter egg salad? This classic dish is a staple at many Easter gatherings, and for good reason. It's easy to make, packed with flavor, and always a crowd-pleaser. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover hard-boiled eggs after your Easter egg hunt.
From classic mayonnaise-based salads to lighter, healthier versions made with Greek yogurt or avocado, we've got you covered. We've even included a recipe for a vegan Easter egg salad, so everyone can enjoy this springtime treat. Whether you're looking for a simple side dish or a hearty main course, we have an Easter egg salad recipe that's perfect for you. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!
EASTER EGG SALAD WITH BEETS
For a fun lunch, serve a pink egg salad made with beets. Little girls are sure to love it (or even grown-up ones), especially if you love BEETS!
Provided by J. Cantos
Categories Salad Egg Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add beets, cover, and steam until tender, about 10 minutes. Let cool; trim, peel, and dice beets. Transfer into a bowl.
- Place eggs, apple, walnuts, mayonnaise, parsley, and salt into bowl with beets; toss to combine. Spread salad onto bread slices to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.6 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Cholesterol 355.1 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 334.7 mg, Sugar 10.1 g
EASTER EGG SALAD
I was looking for something to make with all these eggs. I borrowed something from Tish, Stella Mae, and several more that has egg salads at Recipe*zaar. I can't seem to follow just one recipe. So, I came up with a twist.
Provided by Redallnite
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Of course, mash eggs
- Add mayonnaise with curry powder, salt & pepper. (eye ball the curry powder don't over do it with that spice).
- Mix well and add more mayo if needed.
- Add the onions, capers and a handful of frozen peas. Add more capers or peas if needed.
- Mix well and refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.2, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 319.9, Sodium 219.6, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.2, Protein 10.2
EASTER EGG SALAD
A jello salad molded in egg shells! My mom sent me this recipe thinking my kids would like it. It's fancy enough to serve with Easter dinner, too.
Provided by GeeWhiz
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 12 jello salad egg shapes, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Using raw eggs, break the shells very carefully, so that just the tip of the shell is broken; use something sharp to poke inside and break the yolk; pour out the yolk & whites; Set the shells aside to dry out.
- Mix the gelatin in bowl according to package instructions; Add the lemon juice and vegetables; stir.
- Then pour the fruit salad into the egg shell opening.
- Cover the hole with cellophane or adhesive tape, and set into custard or muffin cups.
- Chill until the gelatin is firm (overnight if possible).
- Serve by breaking away the egg shell and placing the resulting egg shape on lettuce leaves, and top with a dollop of mayonnaise.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.6, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 423, Sodium 174, Carbohydrate 1.4, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.1, Protein 24.6
Tips:
- Use hard-boiled eggs that are fresh. Older eggs will have a less flavorful yolk and may be more difficult to peel.
- Peel the eggs under cold water. This will help to prevent the eggs from sticking to the shell.
- Chop the eggs finely. This will help the eggs to blend well with the other ingredients in the salad.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your salad. This will add flavor, texture, and color to the dish.
- Add some herbs or spices to your salad. This will help to enhance the flavor of the dish.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. Egg salad is best when served fresh, but it can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Easter egg salad is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is a great way to use up leftover Easter eggs, and it is also a budget-friendly meal. With so many different variations of egg salad, there is sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy.
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