16 Excellent Ways to Make Egg Salad

closeup of two halves of Chef John's Japanese Egg Salad Sandwich on white bread cut diagonally and arranged on a plate
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Chef John

Egg salad is a straightforward dish that can be whipped up with just a few ingredients. Simply boil some eggs, mix together a little mayo or other binding ingredient, and get to serving! Egg salad is versatile enough to be served in sandwiches, with crackers, or even stuffed into veggies like tomatoes and lettuce leaves. We've rounded up 15 egg salad recipes that are sure to satisfy, whether you want to keep things basic, or bump up the flavor with additions like tangy horseradish and fresh basil.

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Jen's Heavenly Egg Salad

Jen's Heavenly Egg Salad
lutzflcat

A classic recipe for egg salad, this dish includes both yellow and Dijon mustards for some tang, along with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness.

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Green Egg Salad

top-down view of a dish of avocado egg salad garnished with chili flakes, with three round wheat crackers on the side, one topped with Green Egg Salad

bd.weld

Green eggs? They're not just reserved for Dr. Seuss fans! Avocado adds a rich texture and beautiful color to this recipe.

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My Favorite No-Mayo Egg Salad

My Favorite No-Mayo Egg Salad
Molly

If you're not much of a mayonnaise fan, then this is the recipe for you. Plain yogurt and tahini create a creamy texture, while a sprinkling of za'atar adds a punch of flavor.

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Polish Egg Salad

Polish Egg Salad
Christina

"This creamy-style egg salad is quite common in Poland," says recipe creator apfel. "It has a similar consistency than egg salad with mayo but it is made with cream cheese."

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Japanese Egg Salad Sandwich (Tamago Sando)

closeup of two halves of Chef John's Japanese Egg Salad Sandwich on white bread cut diagonally and arranged on a plate

Chef John

Two things make this famous Japanese egg salad sando exceptional. For one, the soft, buttery, slightly sweet Japanese milk bread is perfection with egg salad. And also, the super-savory Kewpie-style mayonnaise really makes the salad amazing. Chef John will show you "how to make a version of a mayonnaise so incredible, it literally has a cult following."

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Awesome Egg Salad with a Kick

top-down view of a ripe-looking red tomato stuffed with egg salad, served on a lettuce-lined plate with crackers and a pickle on the side

lutzflcat

Spicy horseradish and fresh red onion add zip to this egg salad. Serve on your favorite sandwich bread or with crackers.

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Shrimp Egg Salad

Shrimp Egg Salad served on a bed of lettuce with tomato wedges and crackers on the side

PauletteW

"I doubled this recipe and brought it to a 4th of July cookout last night. It was the first thing to go!" says reviewer Ellen. "My husband, who is not a fan of egg salad, loved it."

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Loaded Egg Salad

side view of Loaded Egg Salad on whole wheat toast with sliced radishes in the background, served on a white plate

Buckwheat Queen

If you want to move beyond the basics, this Loaded Egg Salad is bursting with flavor. Crispy bacon, yellow onion, and Sriracha make it a stand-out recipe.

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Indian-Inspired Egg Salad

Indian-Inspired Egg Salad
njmom

Turmeric, ginger, and cilantro are just a few of the ingredients that give this egg salad an Indian-inspired flair. For extra deliciousness, serve it with a piece of naan bread.

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Easy Egg Salad

Easy Egg Salad
AllrecipesPhoto

You only need a few ingredients — most of which are probably already in your pantry — to whip up this batch of simple egg salad.

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Harissa Egg Salad

Harissa Egg Salad
Buckwheat Queen

Harissa, a North African chili paste, adds a depth of flavor and hint of heat heat to this dish, while avocado and mayo cool it down.

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Deviled Egg Salad

a Deviled Egg Salad on toasted bread with a slice of lettuce, with orange wedges in the background

lutzflcat

Get the best of both worlds in this recipe that combines the flavor of deviled eggs with the ease of making egg salad.

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Tomato Basil Egg Salad Sandwich

Tomato Basil Egg Salad Sandwich

Baking Nana

"Simple and delicious! I never would have thought to add basil to egg salad, but it really works," says Jillian. "This perfect with a side of fresh fruit for a filling and flavorful lunch."

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Santa Fe Egg Salad

Santa Fe Egg Salad made with salsa on a wheat bun

Tammy Lynn

Salsa and cottage cheese (or ricotta, as one user substituted) are the only other ingredients you need for this simple egg salad recipe. Serve on a sandwich or as a dip with tortilla chips.

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Simple Greek Yogurt Egg Salad

Simple Greek Yogurt Egg Salad
Paula

Greek yogurt not only make this egg salad extra creamy, it also packs in a punch of protein. Any tang from the yogurt is balanced out with a dash of brown sugar.

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Pesto Egg Salad

Pesto Egg Salad
t-licious

If you've got leftover pesto stored in your fridge or freezer, this dish is a cinch to make. "Easy recipe, no time at all to put together and tastes fantastic," says Cookincutie.

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