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Overhead view of egg salad sandwich with fresh dill and celery

Fresh Herb Egg Salad


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  • Author: Jenn Giam Smith
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Could be Gluten-Free, Vegetarian

Description

A creamy, herb-packed egg salad with a subtle crunch from celery and gentle tang from rice vinegar. Perfect for spring lunches and using leftover hard-boiled eggs.


Ingredients

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  • 8 large hard-boiled eggs
  • 3/4 cup Japanese mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/8 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Chinese hot mustard
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix mayonnaise, vinegar, dill, parsley, chives, mustard, celery, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Chop hard-boiled eggs into bite-sized pieces.
  3. Add eggs to the dressing and gently fold until coated.
  4. Serve on bread, crackers, lettuce wraps, or enjoy on its own.

Notes

  • Hard-boiled eggs should have firm whites and yolks (cook about 8–12 minutes).
  • For easy chopping, press peeled eggs through a cooling rack into a bowl.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Snack
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: American, Asian-Inspired / Fusion