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Egg Salad
Egg salad is one of those wonderfully old-fashioned dishes that give a tastefully creamy, savoury option for any meal. It is perfect as a sandwich filling, light lunch, or something more substantial to snack. Satisfying and easy to prepare, the star of the show here is the protein- and nutrient-rich hard-boiled eggs. The egg salad recipe starts by boiling eggs until they are cooked to just the right doneness. The eggs are cooled, then peeled, and chopped into generous bite-sized pieces. Then comes the magic as eggs are combined with mayonnaise, mustard, and salt and pepper. Many variations of the egg salad recipe include finely chopped celery, onions, or pickles to add some crunch and zest to the mix. But often, people add herbs such as dill or chives or spices such as paprika for a little spice. The creaminess of the mayonnaise is a appetizing complement to firmer eggs; this dish will be sure to comfort you, no matter how you decide to serve it on a bed of lettuce, in a wrap, or even on your favourite bread. As versatile as it gets, egg salad is a appetizing make-ahead. It lasts for a few days in the fridge, so feel free to take it wherever you go on a picnic, as a quick lunch, or to your brunch gathering- you're sure not to leave out a soul. Enjoy this simplicity and flavour for which this time-tested favourite has gained so much popularity!
Ingredients required for Egg Salad
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 avocado
- Black pepper powder
- Fresh coriander
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tomato
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 onion
Cooking steps for Egg Salad
- 1Although simple, this egg salad is quite delicious and diverse in that it combines the creamy richness of avocados with the satisfying heartiness of hard-boiled eggs, making it a perfect meal for lunch, dinner with a light side, or even an excellent party appetiser.
- 2To start, boil four eggs for about 10-12 minutes until they are perfectly hard-boiled.
- 3This baking time will make sure that the yolks are thoroughly cooked and complex but still creamy in texture.
- 4Then, in an ice water bowl, plunge the done eggs to stop further cooking and cool them down for easier peeling.
- 5After cooling, crack the eggs, shell them off, and chop them into small pieces to distribute their flavour throughout the salad.
- 6Scoop out two ripe avocados, cut in half and twist to remove the pit, and spoon the creamy flesh out to chop up into small pieces.
- 7The avocados add the richness of a buttery texture as well as the health benefits of its nutritious fats, giving the eggs a unique flavour.
- 8Mix in a large bowl with chopped eggs and avocado, adding in 1 chopped onion and two finely chopped tomatoes. The onion is crunchy with a mild bite, and the tomatoes add some juiciness and freshness to the mix.
- 9To this colourful and flavourful base, they add an appetising mix.
- 10To bind everything together with the dressing, mix two tablespoons of olive oil and one tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice in a small bowl.
- 11This dressing not only brings flavour but also delays the time by which the browning of the avocado occurs.
- 12Season to taste by adjusting it to fit with salt and black pepper.
- 13Once the dressing has been ready, pour it over the salad ingredients and gently fold until everything is well coated. Because you are folding everything together, be gentle so you don't mash your avocados or eggs.
- 14You want some texture in your salad.
- 15Once it's folded, the bright colours and fresh aromas are extremely inviting.
- 16A few fresh coriander leaves on top will dress up the dish, add its bright colour, and lend a refreshing herbal note that goes well with the rest of the ingredients.
- 17The recipe of egg salad can be served at once, and it is also very versatile to be refrigerated for a little while in which it gets to meld the flavours.
- 18It can be served on a bed of greens, as a sandwich, or even as a filling for a wrap - making it one of those meals that one can easily have any time, anywhere.
- 19Avocados mixed with eggs, full of protein, and crunchy vegetables to add a medley of flavours and textures are sure to satisfy anyone.
- 20Be it a tiff-in lunch or a delicious snack that would impress the guests, this egg salad is a winner that perfectly balances health and taste.
- 21The simplicity of the ingredients and the richness added to it make it a timeless classic that all age groups can enjoy; therefore, it's a staple in many houses.
- 22Enjoy the recipe of egg salad as a healthy and delicious addition to your cookbook.