Description
This classic Egg Salad Sandwich recipe is quick, easy, and full of creamy goodness. Perfect for a fast lunch or light dinner, it’s made with simple ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, and a hint of salt and pepper. You can customize it with lettuce, tomato, or any of your favorite toppings! Ready in minutes, it’s a go-to sandwich for any day of the week. Give it a try and share your version with us!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or sourdough)
- Optional: lettuce or a slice of tomato
Instructions
- Prepare Eggs: Peel the hard-boiled eggs and chop them into small pieces.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine chopped eggs and 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Season with salt and pepper. Gently mix until well combined.
- Assemble Sandwich: Spread the egg salad onto one slice of bread. Add lettuce or tomato if desired. Top with the second slice of bread.
- Serve: Slice the sandwich in half and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- To prevent soggy bread, toast the slices lightly before assembling.
- For extra flavor, try adding a dash of Dijon mustard, a sprinkle of paprika, or chopped fresh herbs like chives.
- You can replace the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or mashed avocado for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (boiling eggs)
- Category: Lunch, Sandwich
- Method: No-cook (after boiling eggs)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 250-300 (depending on bread choice)
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 4g
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 185mg