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by Marcie //June 22, 2020 (updated 5/14/23)
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Easy Egg Salad is a creamy, flavorful homemade egg salad recipe that includes just 5 ingredients. It’s perfect for sandwiches or lettuce wraps!
**This recipe was originally published in July of 2015. I’ve modified the text and updated the photos to make the post more informative and provide step by step instructions.
I’ve been obsessed with this egg salad recipe lately. I’ve been making it almost weekly to use in sandwiches and lettuce wraps, and I truly can’t get enough.
It’s such a nice way to change up the old lunch routine!
This recipe is a twist on the classic recipe, and I think the flavors will pleasantly surprise you. 🙂
Why you’ll love this recipe:
- This egg salad recipe is a creamy, flavorful twist on the classic with dijon mustard, fresh chives and cornichons.
- This recipe is easy to make and contains only 5 ingredients. It’s also very versatile, and is perfect for meal prep lunches, picnics or gatherings.
- Customize this recipe with your favorite mayo, Greek yogurt, mustard, herbs, spices or chopped olives.
- This recipe is perfect for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, paleo and keto diets.
Recipe ingredients
There are only 5 simple ingredients in this egg salad recipe, and it’s customizable with whatever you have on hand.
- Hard boiled eggs. See my Hard Boiled Eggs recipe for tips on how to boil eggs to your desired level of doneness, and how to peel them easier.
- Mayonnaise. Use your favorite classic or vegan mayo, or substitute with Greek yogurt if desired.
- Whole grain dijon mustard. This mustard adds a wonderful flavor, so I don’t recommend substituting it with yellow mustard. Dijon mustard would be a good substitute.
- Cornichons. Cornichons are dill gherkins, and may be substituted with your favorite pickles or omitted altogether.
- Chives. Chopped fresh chives are what really sets this recipe apart. It adds freshness that cuts the richness of the egg salad, and imparts a mild onion flavor.
How to cut eggs
I used to think that I needed an egg slicer to cut eggs for egg salad, but that’s simply not the case. I got rid of my egg slicer long ago — a cutting board and a knife are all that’s needed!
- Cut hard boiled eggs in half.
- Place the egg cut-side down on a cutting board and slice lengthwise and widthwise.
- From there, cut into smaller dice.
How to make this recipe
This recipe couldn’t be easier, which is why I make it so often! Once the eggs are boiled, it only takes 5-10 minutes to make.
- Cut the hard boiled eggs and place in a medium bowl.
- Add the mayo, grainy dijon mustard, chopped cornichons, chives, salt and pepper to taste, and stir gently to combine.
How to serve this recipe
This recipe is perfect for meal prep lunches, picnics or gatherings, and may be served as follows:
- As a sandwich with your favorite bread.
- In a lettuce wrap for a fresh, low carb lunch.
- Spoon into endive spears for an elegant snack.
- Serve as an appetizer with crackers or crostini.
How long does egg salad last?
Egg salad keeps in an air tight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Recipe Notes
- Egg salad keeps in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
- This recipe is easily doubled or tripled if feeding a crowd.
- Cornichons may be substituted with your favorited chopped pickles or even relish.
- This recipe is versatile! Use Greek yogurt or your favorite mayo, or change things up with your favorite herbs, spices or even chopped olives. It makes a great egg salad sandwich or lettuce wrap.
- This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, keto and paleo friendly.
More sandwich ideas you’ll love:
Tuna salad by Culinary Hill
Pesto chicken salad
Veggie sandwich
Easy Egg Salad Recipe
Servings: 2 servings
Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
Cook Time: 12 minutes mins
Total Time: 27 minutes mins
Easy French Egg Salad is a creamy, flavorful homemade egg salad recipe that includes just 5 ingredients!
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Ingredients
- 4 large [hard boiled eggs] chopped
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons whole grain dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped cornichons or pickles
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Place hard boiled egg, mayo and mustard in a small bowl stir gently until combined. Add the cornichons, chives and salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with your favorite bread or lettuce wraps and enjoy!
Notes
- Egg salad keeps in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
- This recipe is easily doubled or tripled if feeding a crowd.
- Cornichons may be substituted with your favorited chopped pickles or even relish.
- This recipe is versatile! Use Greek yogurt or your favorite mayo, or change things up with your favorite herbs, spices or even chopped olives. It makes a great egg salad sandwich or lettuce wrap.
- This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, keto and paleo friendly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g, Calories: 153kcal, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g, Cholesterol: 99mg, Sodium: 612mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
Course: Spreads
Cuisine: American
Author: Marcie
Keyword: egg salad, egg salad recipe, egg salad with dijon mustard
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Jen — Reply
I’d love to make a creamy mustard sauce for grilled fish or chicken!
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Medha @ Whisk & Shout — Reply
Whole grain mustard is just the best! This looks amazing 🙂
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thanks, Medha! 🙂
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Alison H. — Reply
I would make chicken salad and tuna salad.
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mira — Reply
Maille mustards are awesome and go well with so many things! This de salad looks just perfect, I haven’t had any in a while. Love the pictures!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thank you, Mira! 🙂
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Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen — Reply
This egg salad looks like the perfect summer meal and what a great giveaway! I would slather that mustard with horseradish all over a grilled burger!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thanks, Christin, and that horseradish mustard on a burger would be AMAZING! 🙂
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Anu-My Ginger Garlic Kitchen — Reply
This egg salad looks like an awesome summer meal. And whole grain mustard is looks just so good! Fabulous share!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thank you, Anu! The mustard took it to a whole new level! 🙂
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Kelly — Reply
This egg salad looks incredible, Marcie! Perfect for any summer lunch or picnic! Love the great giveaway! Maille mustard totally rocks!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
It does rock — I’m glad you agree, Kelly! Thanks, and I hope you’re having a lovely week! 🙂
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Emanuele @ guyslovecooking — Reply
4th July is now behind us, it is a good time to fine another great excuse to throw a party…14th July, bastille day 🙂
I am also a big mustard fun, it is one of those things the grew on me with time. Now I am kind of addicted 🙂
Maille is a great brand as well 🙂-
flavorthemoments — Reply
So true — Bastille Day is another great day for a party! Maille’s mustards are incredible, and they really made this egg salad special. 🙂
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Kelly @ Hidden Fruits and Veggies — Reply
This egg salad looks heavenly. It’s always one of my favorite kinds of sandwiches, but with whole grain mustard? yum!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thanks, Kelly! For whatever reason I don’t make it enough, and that needs to change. Especially with the mustard! 🙂
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Juls — Reply
I would love to try this recipe. I’ve never used cornchicons in eggs salad OR mustard. I have the Maille cornchicons in my fridge already. I’ve always used mayo and sweet pickle. I think I might just be missing out!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
I’ve always only used mayo and sweet pickle before, sometimes with black olives. This was definitely my favorite — I hope you get to try it, Juls!
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Lauren OBrien — Reply
I love this recipe! I’d totally make the egg salad.
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thank you, Lauren!
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Diane Evans — Reply
This egg salad looks pretty good!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thank you, Diane! 🙂
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David — Reply
We barbecue a lot, so I would use it not only as a spread but also for potato and macaroni salads.
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Lindsay — Reply
I would make this egg salad it looks and sounds amazing!!!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thank you, Lindsay! 🙂
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Dominie Parento — Reply
I would make a awesome salad dressing.
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Zainab — Reply
Eeeep, I love mustard, picnics and everything French!! I’m too excited to try this recipe for egg salad. Maybe I can’t picnic right now (it’s too darn hot for me!!) but I can picnic on my porch with an egg salad sandwich!!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Summer pregnancies are brutal aren’t they? You’d need a big umbrella and someone to fan you while you picnic! haha The porch is a lovely option too — thanks, Z! 🙂
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Ash-foodfashionparty — Reply
I love hard boiled egg to anything. This french style, amazing. I have tried Maille products and they are good.
Hope your summer is going good. xx-
flavorthemoments — Reply
Thanks, Ash, and I hope you’re enjoying your summer as well! 🙂
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Ashley — Reply
It has been so long since I’ve had egg salad! This sounds wonderful – love the addition of the mustard! Hope your week is off to a great start! 🙂
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flavorthemoments — Reply
I don’t know why I don’t make it more often! I think I will now. 🙂 Thanks, Ashley!
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Kathy @ Olives & Garlic — Reply
I love Maille mustard. :0) Its delicious. And this egg salad looks amazing too. I’m craving it now.
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Maille mustard IS delicious! Thanks, Kathy! 🙂
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Kristen — Reply
I’d try some of these as ingredients in a tasty grilled tuna sandwich.
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Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes — Reply
Man, I haven’t had an egg salad sandwich in forever! This version sounds totally awesome! I think I would have to start with this recipe!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Everyone is saying the same thing — why do we forget about good old egg salad? 🙂
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Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen — Reply
Great post Marcie. I am a *huge* fan of Egg Salad Sandwiches – and they are one of my favorites for lunch. And, I love that you can lighten this up using Greek Yogurt. Winner!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thanks so much, Kristi! Next time I’ll lighten it up, but this time I went gangbusters. 🙂
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Manali @ CookWithManali — Reply
actually I have never had an egg salad! but it sounds so yum and flavorful especially with the mustard, I need to try it asap!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
I hope you try it, Manali! It’s such a great lunch option. 🙂
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Rachael — Reply
I love egg salad! This looks delicious! I can’t wait to make it!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thank you, Rachel!
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karen — Reply
I’d make potato salad!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Normally I only add enough mustard for an undertone, but this time I went bolder and loved it! Thanks, Arpita!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
I really need to make egg salad more often. It was really great with the mustard — hope you get to try it, Dannii! 🙂
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flavorthemoments — Reply
I don’t mind at all and I hope you do! Make it, that is. 🙂
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flavorthemoments — Reply
I don’t make them often enough either, Carol, so they’re always special. I’m glad these grabbed your attention! 🙂
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Shelly — Reply
OMG!! I would make your recipe for sure if I won the Maille prize!!! I sounds delish and even if I don’t win I will be looking for the ingredients to make it!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thanks so much, Shelly, and good luck to you! 🙂
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Dandi D — Reply
I think I would make a potato salad or something along those lines.
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Annette — Reply
I’d make a potato salad , various types of sandwiches, and salad dressings.
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Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling — Reply
Egg salad has always been one of my favorites and I love your version! Looks perfect!
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Barbara — Reply
I can’t wait to try this recipe! I make deviled eggs ,and then I use the leftovers to make egg salad sandwiches…..my husband loves them.Thanks for the post!
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Deb@ Cooking on the Front Burner — Reply
I’ve never made an egg salad sandwich so I would start with that!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
It’s a great place to start! 🙂
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Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet — Reply
I love this fancy up versions of egg salad! I have not heard of Maille before but am on the look out for it!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thanks, Nancy, and I hope you try Maille — they’re products are wonderful! 🙂
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flavorthemoments — Reply
I’m glad you agree, Lindsey, and thanks for the pin! 🙂
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Alex — Reply
Egg salad is one of my favourites – I could eat it for lunch every day! I love the addition of the cornichon here – they would add a delicious flavour and texture. Yum!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
I feel the same way Alex!
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Katherine | Love In My Oven — Reply
I haven’t had egg salad in forever! This looks fantastic, Marcie. I wonder if my kids will eat it….I’ll have to try it soon. If they don’t eat it, I’ll eat their portion! 😉
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flavorthemoments — Reply
It’s worth a try right? 😊
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Katerina | Once a Foodie — Reply
What a fabulous way to use up those perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs, Marcie, yum! I loooove egg salad and your version looks absolutely mouthwatering – I feel a very strong desire to get up and make it right now! I love cornichons in anything (particularly potato salad) but I’ve never thought to add them into egg salad – what a great idea!
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flavorthemoments — Reply
Thank you Katerina!
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