This Classic Egg Salad Recipe is easy to make and is cool, creamy, and delicious! Comfort food made with simple ingredients.
Quick Easy Meal
Egg salad is one of my favorite quick meals to make. It's easy, tasty, and I always have the ingredients on hand. Ever since I've had my Instant Pot, that's the only way I make hard boiled eggs. That means this can be made in under 15 minutes- how awesome is that?
Now maybe you have an overabundance of hard boiled eggs already- possibly from Easter? Then this is the salad to make! You've already done the hard part, now all you have to do it chop and mix and it's made! Serve it on some lettuce, straight from the bowl, or some gluten free bread if you tolerate that.
Ingredients for egg salad
You will love how creamy this egg salad is. I made sure to use enough mayo to generously cover all the eggs without being overwhelming. The mustard gives it a slight tang and the green onion adds some flavor to keep it from being boring. I decided to top it with bacon and chives because you can't really go wrong with bacon. That is totally optional though and not necessary.
What mayo to use
I used my Homemade Paleo Mayo for this recipe because it's so quick and easy. Some high quality store bought mayo will also work, though. I really like Primal Kitchen because it has no added sugar and uses a high quality oil.
This would be the perfect lunch or dinner in the summer when you don't want to cook. I almost always have hard boiled eggs in the fridge and I've made this more times than I can count for a quick meal. This egg salad will not let you down!
You will love this classic, creamy, flavorful classic egg salad recipe ! Simple and satisfying and here are some more egg recipes to try:
- Chipotle Bacon Deviled Eggs
- Paleo Breakfast Pizza Quiche
- BLT Breakfast Bake
- Taco Potato Boats
- Philly Cheesesteak Breakfast Casserole
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Classic Egg Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 large hard boiled eggs
- ¾ cup paleo mayo
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon salt*
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ cup green onion
Instructions
- Get a large bowl out.
- Peel and rinse eggs and pat dry. Chop into small pieces and place in the large bowl.
- Add in mayo, mustard, salt, pepper, and green onion.
- Stir and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Top with bacon and chives if desired.
Alice says
Is an unsent pot a pressure cooker
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Alice- yes, it's a pressure cooker but has many other functions as well. Here is the link so you can check it out. https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Pot-IP-DUO60-Multi-Functional-Pressure/dp/B00FLYWNYQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1493519127&sr=1-1&keywords=instant+pot
Carrie Forrest says
This will be perfect for all summer picnics and potlucks!
Jessica DeMay says
Yes! Thanks, Carrie!
20 Dishes says
Yum! Whole 30 does look really good! Thanks for sharing!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks!
Katja says
I love egg salad. Thanks for the reminder to make some. Mmmmm... bacon!!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Katja! Bacon always is a good topping 🙂
Kari Peters says
Why have I never put bacon in my egg salad before, that needs to change right away!
Jessica DeMay says
Yes it does! It adds a delicious crunch that is perfect with the eggs.
Rachel says
This sounds so refreshing, bookmarking for summer when the last thing I'll want to do is turn on the stove!
Jessica DeMay says
Yes, perfect for summer! Thanks, Rachel!
Becky Winkler says
Love all the delicious toppings here!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Becky!
Taesha Butler (The Natural Nurturer) says
Egg salad is my favorite easy healthy meal! There are just so many wonderful ways to enjoy it!
Jessica DeMay says
Yes, I agree! Thanks, Taesha!
ChihYu says
I can eat eggs all day long ! Love this classic egg salad. A must have everyday recipe !
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, ChihYu! I'm with you on that- I love eggs!
Anya says
I love this nourishing and simple salad. I need to do it more. That bacon is the perfect topping!!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Anya!