Egg Salad Sandwich: A Classic and Tasty Lunchtime Favorite
The Egg Salad Sandwich is a classic and delicious lunch option that's enjoyed by people of all ages.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/4 tsp paprika (optional)
- 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or your choice)
- Lettuce leaves, for serving
Instructions
- Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil, then cover the saucepan and remove it from the heat. Let the eggs stand for 12 minutes.
- Drain the eggs and place them in a bowl of ice water to cool. Once cooled, peel the eggs and chop them coarsely.
- In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, green onions, salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). Stir in the chopped eggs until well combined.
- To assemble the sandwiches, place a lettuce leaf on one slice of bread, followed by a generous scoop of egg salad. Top with another slice of bread. Repeat with the remaining bread and egg salad. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 20gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 335mgSodium: 720mgFiber: -13gSugar: 5g
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