Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe

 

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🥪 Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe

Ingredients:

6 large eggs (hard-boiled and peeled)

3 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)

1 teaspoon yellow mustard (or Dijon for a tangier flavor)

1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion (optional)

1 tablespoon finely chopped celery (adds crunch)

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Salt & black pepper to taste

4 slices sandwich bread (white, wheat, or sourdough)

Lettuce leaves (romaine, butter, or leaf lettuce)

1 small tomato, sliced

Alfalfa sprouts or microgreens (optional, like in the picture)

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Instructions:

1. Boil the Eggs:

Place eggs in a pot, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil.

Once boiling, cover, turn off the heat, and let sit for 10–12 minutes.

Transfer eggs to an ice bath, peel, and chop.

2. Make the Egg Salad:

In a bowl, mash the eggs lightly with a fork.

Mix in mayonnaise, mustard, onion, celery, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Stir until creamy but still a little chunky.

3. Assemble the Sandwich:

Lightly toast bread (optional, but it adds structure).

On one slice, layer lettuce, tomato slices, and sprouts.

Spoon a generous amount of egg salad on top.

Close with the second slice of bread.

4. Serve & Enjoy:

Cut in half and serve with chips, pickles, or fresh fruit.

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👉 Pro Tip:

For 

extra flavor, sprinkle a little paprika, chives, or dill into the egg salad.