Deluxe Egg Salad

Egg salad is one of those recipes that everyone loves, across generations. Even if you have picky eaters in the home, this quick deluxe egg salad recipe has plenty of options to make it suitable for kids and adults alike.

With this traditional recipe, it’s easy to dive in and make it your own. You can’t go wrong with a classic simple deluxe egg salad meal. This deluxe egg salad will remind you of your favorite potluck or neighborhood barbecue gathering. Best of all, you can also make a healthy deluxe egg salad version with your own spices and add-ins, including additional veggies to suit your tastes. 

Whether you’re bringing a dish to an upcoming celebration or you want to add a simple staple dish to your routine, this recipe’s a winner all-year-round. You can also prep this egg salad in a matter of minutes, making it a go-to lunch or dinner if you’re having a busy week at home.

You are going to love this easy deluxe egg salad for beginners! If you haven’t tried it, you really need to give it a go!

Pro tip: Add spicy brown mustard and bacon bits if you’re serving it for breakfast!

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Why You’ll Love It

Great for serving as an appetizer, snack, or as a full meal (especially when paired with croissants, bread, or biscuits).

Family-approved, especially if you have a family that enjoys eggs prepared in various ways.

It’s economical and can be made using standard pantry and refrigerator staples.

Extremely versatile, allowing you to bring your own homemade deluxe egg salad ideas to the table.

Ingredients

• Eggs chopped well
• Cream cheese
• Butter
• Mayonnaise
• Celery
• Onion
• Lemon juice
• Sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Paprika for garnish
• Rolls or croissants for serving

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

For the best deluxe egg salad recipe, we encourage you to try all the ingredients suggested. However, if you have dietary restrictions or picky eaters, there are substitutions that work as well.

Onion: If you’re not a fan of the texture of onion, replace it with onion powder. This helps make this family friendly deluxe egg salad a winner, even among kids and picky eaters.

Celery: Similarly to onions, you can also swap celery with celery salt. However, the fresh onions and celery lend a delicious crunch texture to this egg salad.

Cream cheese: If you want to reduce the fat and calories in this deluxe egg salad, you can do so by using reduced-fat cream cheese.

Eggs: Instead of boiling your own hard-boiled eggs, you can purchase premade hard-boiled eggs at your local grocery store to save on prep time.

Sugar: If you’re not a fan of sweetness in your egg salad, you can omit the sugar entirely. To reduce calories, consider a sugar alternative such as monk fruit, stevia, or Swerve.

How to Make It

Step 1. Mix the cream cheese and butter together in a bowl until smooth. Allow your butter and cream cheese to warm to room temperature before mixing for better results (and consistency).

Step 2. Add the mayonnaise, celery, onion, lemon juice, sugar, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix to combine well. Take your time when mixing ingredients so all the flavors are distributed evenly throughout your mixture.

Step 3. Fold in chopped hard-boiled eggs until completely incorporated. Boiling and preparing your eggs in advance is always recommended. If you’re crunched for time, you can also opt for pre-made hard-boiled eggs, which can be purchased in bags or packages at local supermarkets.

Step 4. Once your mixing is complete, it’s ready to be served and eaten! Serve your homemade deluxe egg salad on rolls or croissants. You can top your egg salad with paprika or, if you’re a green onion fan, chopped green onions.

Enjoy!

This deluxe egg salad recipe is so good!

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Tips for Success

Prepare your hard-boiled eggs in advance and chop them before mixing your ingredients together. This will allow you to gauge how much you will be able to make before getting started. Using pre-made hard-boiled eggs is recommended if you’re limited on time when prepping weekly meals, appetizers, and/or snacks.

Use freshly chopped onions and celery if you love the crunch in your egg salad. Forego onions and celery if you’re not a fan of the texture.

Storage and Reheating

You can store this delicious quick deluxe egg salad recipe in your refrigerator for up to 3 or 4 days. Use an airtight container to keep your egg salad as fresh as possible.

If you choose to freeze your egg salad, you’ll want to do so with the right containers or Tupperware. Ensure you are using the right container with an airtight lid. Store in your freezer for up to 3 months.

It’s not common to heat egg salad, but if you prefer your egg salad at room temperature, that’s perfectly okay, too! Simply take the egg salad out of your refrigerator or freezer and allow it to come to room temperature before serving and eating it.

Serving Suggestions

If you’re prepping your deluxe egg salad for a potluck or outdoor gathering, consider making Southern style potato salad or Grandma’s old fashioned potato salad to go with it! You can also try serving this appetizing egg salad with our fruit salad to die for or fresh fruit tart if you’re craving lighter, healthier sides!

Notes

Making this quick and easy deluxe egg salad for beginners is the perfect way to enjoy a high-protein snack or lunch. This recipe is so versatile it can be served at all times throughout the day!

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