Best 9 Simple Egg Salad Sandwich Recipes

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**Egg salad sandwich: A classic lunchtime delight**

A staple in delis and picnic baskets, the egg salad sandwich is a classic lunchtime delight that combines the protein-packed goodness of eggs with the refreshing crunch of crisp vegetables, all nestled between two slices of soft, fluffy bread. This versatile sandwich can be customized to suit various dietary preferences and taste buds, making it a popular choice among people of all ages. Whether you prefer a classic egg salad made with mayonnaise, mustard, and celery, or a more adventurous version featuring avocado, bacon, or fresh herbs, this article offers a collection of simple yet delicious egg salad sandwich recipes that are sure to satisfy your cravings.

**Recipes:**

* **Classic Egg Salad Sandwich:** This timeless recipe forms the foundation of all other egg salad variations. Perfectly boiled eggs are mashed and combined with a creamy blend of mayonnaise, mustard, celery, and onion, creating a flavorful and satisfying filling.

* **Avocado Egg Salad Sandwich:** For a creamy and nutritious twist, this recipe incorporates ripe avocado into the egg salad mixture. The avocado adds a velvety texture and healthy fats, making this sandwich a wholesome and satisfying meal.

* **Bacon Egg Salad Sandwich:** This recipe takes the classic egg salad up a notch with the addition of crispy bacon. The smoky, salty flavor of the bacon pairs perfectly with the richness of the egg salad, creating a sandwich that is both indulgent and delicious.

* **Fresh Herb Egg Salad Sandwich:** If you're looking for a lighter and more refreshing egg salad, this recipe incorporates a variety of fresh herbs, such as chives, dill, and tarragon. The herbs add a burst of flavor and aroma, making this sandwich perfect for a summer picnic or a light lunch.

* **Curried Egg Salad Sandwich:** For those who enjoy a bit of spice, this recipe adds a touch of curry powder to the egg salad mixture. The curry powder infuses the sandwich with a warm and exotic flavor, making it a unique and flavorful option.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

EGG SALAD SANDWICHES



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Mustard powder, dill weed, garlic powder, and onion flakes are combined in this amazing egg salad. I've always had rave reviews of this great sandwich salad. Best served chilled, on white or wheat bread.

Provided by Sara Slade

Categories     Salad     Egg Salad Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 hard-cooked eggs, diced
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup dried onion flakes
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon mustard powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dill weed
8 slices white bread

Steps:

  • In a bowl, gently mix the eggs, mayonnaise, onion flakes, salt, mustard powder, garlic powder, pepper, and dill. Cover, and refrigerate 8 hours, or overnight. To serve, spread equal amounts on 4 slices bread; top with remaining bread slices to make sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 444.9 mg, Fat 56.2 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1069 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

DELICIOUS EGG SALAD FOR SANDWICHES



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This is a wonderful-tasting egg salad sandwich that you will definitely devour. It's really good on rye.

Provided by wifeyluvs2cook

Categories     Salad     Egg Salad Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 eggs
½ cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
¼ cup chopped green onion
salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Place egg in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  • Place the chopped eggs in a bowl, and stir in the mayonnaise, mustard and green onion. Season with salt, pepper and paprika. Stir and serve on your favorite bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 382.5 mg, Fat 31.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 350.6 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

WORLD'S BEST EGG SALAD SANDWICH



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An egg salad sandwich with new twist! Fresh tomatoes and baby spinach add beautiful color and great flavor.

Provided by shefali chitrang

Categories     Salad     Egg Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 hard-cooked eggs, peeled
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper
½ tablespoon honey mustard
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 pinch salt
8 slices bread
24 leaves baby spinach
8 slices tomato

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mash the hard-cooked eggs with a fork or pastry blender. Mix in mayonnaise, honey mustard, and jalapeno. Season with black pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
  • Spread egg mixture on four of the bread slices. Layer with baby spinach leaves and tomato slices, and top with remaining slices of bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380.2 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 376 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 604.9 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

SIMPLE HOMEMADE EGG SALAD SANDWICH



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Simple, easy, and tastes great. Cook time is for the eggs. Great for lunches, picnics, cook outs, snacks, finger foods, etc.

Provided by Miss Tinkerbell

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 hard-boiled eggs
3 tablespoons mayonnaise (I use light mayo on mine, don't care for salad dressing, use more mayo if needed)
1 tablespoon mustard (I use regular yellow mustard)
1 tablespoon relish
pepper (optional)
lettuce (optional)
6 slices whole wheat bread (any type will do)

Steps:

  • Finely chop boiled eggs.
  • Mix in mayo 1 tablespoon at a time, so not to add too much.
  • Mix in mustard, relish and pepper.
  • Put egg salad mixture on bread (toasted is good as well), also good on rolls for finger foods.
  • Top sandwich with lettuce.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.2, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 373, Sodium 485.6, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 4, Sugar 5.7, Protein 20.1

QUICK AND EASY EGG SALAD SANDWICH



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Ready to make a simple egg salad sandwich? Our egg salad recipe uses hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, onions, and a dash of curry powder for the perfect sandwich.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Lunch     Sandwich     Quick and Easy     Egg     Egg Salad     Hard Boiled Egg     Sandwich

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 hard-boiled large egg, peeled and chopped (See Recipe Note)
1-2 tablespoons mayonnaise (to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped celery
1 tablespoon chopped green onion or chives
A pinch of curry powder
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Lettuce
2 slices white, wheat, multigrain, or rye bread, toasted or plain

Steps:

  • Make the egg salad: Mash up the chopped egg a bit with a fork. Mix together the chopped hard-boiled egg, mayonnaise, celery and green onion. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and curry powder to taste. Mix with a spoon.
  • Assemble the sandwich: Toast your bread slices if making the sandwich with toast. Put a layer of lettuce on one slice of bread, spread the egg mixture on top of the lettuce, put another slice of bread on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 198 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 799 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 28 g, ServingSize 1 sandwich, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

MINI EGG SALAD SANDWICHES



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     appetizer

Time 3h55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 dozen large eggs
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
10 slices white country bread

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot, cover the eggs with water so they are completely submerged and bring to a boil on the stovetop. Turn off the heat, cover and let the eggs cook in the water for 20 minutes. Pour the hot water off the eggs and replace with cold water. Let the eggs sit for 5 minutes. Crack and peel the eggs, place them in a plastic bag and refrigerate until cold, at least 3 hours or overnight.
  • Using an egg slicer or a knife, finely chop the boiled eggs. Add to a large bowl. Add the mayonnaise, chives, mustard, salt and pepper and mix until blended. Spread the egg mixture on the bread and make sandwiches. Cut each sandwich into 3 wedges.

CREAMY EGG SALAD SANDWICHES



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My family looks forward to these sandwiches year-round. But I reach for this recipe most often after Easter, when I have lots of leftover hard-cooked eggs.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash garlic powder
6 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
8 slices rye bread

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 10 ingredients until smooth. Stir in eggs. Chill for 1 hour. , Spread 1/2 cup onto four slices of bread. Cover with remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 437 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 358mg cholesterol, Sodium 804mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

SUPER SIMPLE EGG SALAD SANDWICH



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This is a very basic version of an egg salad sandwich, yet tasty and satisfying. Made with low-fat mayo, and a sprinkle of paprika for some color. I've added some snipped parsley, but you can add your favorite herb, as desired. Recipe is easily doubled.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 hardboiled egg, peeled
2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
pepper, to taste
paprika, to taste
snipped parsley, to garnish
butter, softened
2 slices bread, toasted

Steps:

  • Place hardboiled eggs into a small bowl; add mayonnaise.
  • Use a fork to smash egg and combine with the mayonnaise.
  • Season with pepper and paprika, to taste.
  • Garnish with snipped parsley or your favorite herb.
  • Butter the toasted bread, and spoon on the egg filling to make a sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269.4, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 328.2, Sodium 364.6, Carbohydrate 26.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 3.1, Protein 14.9

EASY EGG SALAD



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This is a basic egg salad I've made for years. I like it just as it is, but you can customize it by adding in chopped onion, tomatoes, relish or whatever you like.

Provided by AltoRose

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 large eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon mustard
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place eggs in a pot and add enough water to cover eggs by at least one inch.
  • Quickly bring the water to a boil, then remove from heat and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 15 minutes.
  • Remove eggs from hot water and immediately place them in a bowl filled with ice until they're cooled completely.
  • Peel the cooled eggs and dice or mash them.
  • Mix together mayonnaise and mustard; combine with the eggs.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to combine.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, hard-boiled eggs: Fresh eggs will have a better flavor and texture than older eggs. Hard-boiled eggs should be cooked until the yolk is firm and the white is slightly soft.
  • Mash the eggs with a fork or potato masher: Mashing the eggs will help to create a smooth and creamy texture. You can also use a food processor, but be careful not to over-process the eggs, or they will become too runny.
  • Season the egg salad to taste: Add salt, pepper, and other seasonings, such as mustard, mayonnaise, celery, and onion, to taste. You can also add chopped herbs, such as chives, dill, or parsley.
  • Chill the egg salad before serving: Chilling the egg salad will help to firm it up and make it easier to spread. You can chill the egg salad for at least 30 minutes, or overnight.
  • Serve the egg salad on bread, crackers, or lettuce leaves: Egg salad is a versatile dish that can be served on a variety of breads, crackers, or lettuce leaves. You can also use egg salad as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or deviled eggs.

Conclusion:

Egg salad is a simple and delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a great way to use up leftover hard-boiled eggs, and it is also a good source of protein and other nutrients. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious egg salad that everyone will enjoy.

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