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Old Fashioned Egg Salad Recipe

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This Old Fashioned Egg Salad recipe is creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor. Made with simple ingredients like hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, and mustard, it’s a timeless lunch option that’s easy to prepare. Perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or crackers, this egg salad is a must-have in your recipe collection. Ideal for a quick meal or picnic snack.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

  • 1 tsp yellow mustard

  • 1 tbsp finely chopped onion (optional)

  • 1 tbsp chopped celery (optional)

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Paprika for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Peel and chop the hard-boiled eggs.

  • In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, onion, and celery.

  • Mix until well blended.

  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  • Chill in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes before serving.

 

  • Garnish with paprika if desired and serve.

Notes

  • For a creamier texture, mash some of the eggs before mixing.

  • Add a splash of pickle juice or chopped pickles for extra tang.

 

  • Use Greek yogurt as a mayo substitute for a lighter version.

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