Egg salad sandwiches are a classic and delicious choice for a quick and satisfying meal. Here’s a simple recipe to make an egg salad sandwich:
Ingredients:
For the Egg Salad:
- 6 hard-boiled eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Paprika (for garnish)
For the Sandwich:
- Bread slices (usually 2 per sandwich)
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices (optional)
Instructions:
- Hard-Boil the Eggs:
- Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water.
- Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Let the eggs simmer for about 9-12 minutes.
- Transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool, then peel and chop them.
- Make the Egg Salad:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and chopped parsley (if using).
- Mix everything together until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the mayo and mustard quantities to achieve your desired consistency and flavor.
- Assemble the Sandwich:
- Lay out a slice of bread and place lettuce leaves on it.
- Add a generous scoop of the egg salad on top of the lettuce.
- If you like, you can add tomato slices as well.
- Top with Another Slice of Bread:
- Place another slice of bread on top of the filling to complete the sandwich.
- Slice and Serve:
- Slice the sandwich in half or quarters, and sprinkle a little paprika on top for added flavor and color.
Enjoy your homemade egg salad sandwich! You can customize it with additional ingredients like bacon, avocado, or pickles, depending on your preferences.
