Classic Egg Salad

prep time:
15 min
total time:
20 min
Makes 2 1/2 cups
KristineKristine Foley

ingredients

  • 6 large eggs (I prefer organic)
  • 1/4 C mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp minced red onion
  • 1 tbsp minced fresh parsley leaves
  • 1/2 medium stalk celery , chopped fine (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp table salt
  • Ground black pepper

directions

  • 1

    Place eggs in medium saucepan, cover with 1 inch of water, and bring to boil over high heat. Remove pan from heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, fill a medium bowl with 1 quart water and 1 tray of ice cubes (or equivalent). Transfer eggs to ice water bath with slotted spoon; let sit 5 minutes, peel and dice medium.

  • 2

    Mix all ingredients together in medium bowl, including pepper to taste. Serve. (Can be covered and refrigerated overnight.

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