The best egg salad sandwich is a quick and easy picnic classic loaded with perfectly hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, a touch of dijon mustard, a sprinkle of fresh green onions and seasonings. This creamy egg sandwich is packed with so much flavour from just a few simple ingredients. You may think I am biased but personally, this is the best egg salad I have ever had. It is just SO good. Double up or triple the batch to feed a crowd.
This post was originally published in January 2018. It was completely updated in August 2020.
What is in Egg Salad?
- eggs - perfectly hard-boiled using a fool-proof method.
- mayonnaise
- dijon mustard
- chives
- paprika
- salt and pepper
- bread - I used regular sandwich toast bread, but feel free to use any bread you have. Some of my favourites to use are French baguettes, ciabatta rolls, or everything bagels. If you have a sourdough starter going, then sourdough bread would be perfect.
You can also add in any other ingredients that you want. Some popular ones to add are pickles or relish, celery, and diced chicken.
To make this recipe, you will also need a cooking pot, measuring cups and spoons, and a mixing bowl.
How to Make the Best Egg Salad Sandwich
- Boil and cool the eggs. Then, peel and finely chop them or grate them with a grater.
- Transfer chopped eggs a medium bowl and add mayonnaise, dijon mustard, chives, paprika, salt and pepper. Stir with a spoon to mix well. If salad seems dry, add more mayonnaise to reach desired consistency.
- Spread the egg salad on half the sandwich slices and top with the other half. You should get 3-4 sandwiches depending on how full you spread the egg salad on them. You can also serve this with crackers or pita chips.
How to Boil the Perfect Hard-Boiled Egg
Place eggs into a medium saucepan and cover with water by an inch. Bring to a boil over high heat and remove from heat. Cover the saucepan with the lid and set aside for 10 minutes. Then drain the water and fill with cold water to cool down the eggs. Peel the eggs once they have cooled.
Tips for Making Egg Salad
- How to store egg salad: Store egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can leave it at room temperature for up to 2 hours only.
- Make egg salad sandwiches in advance: You can make egg salad in advance and store in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the sandwiches. Egg salad sandwiches also keep really well in the refrigerator and can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
More Sandwich Recipes
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- Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi Sandwich
- Roasted Broccoli Grilled Cheese Sandwich
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The Best Egg Salad Sandwich
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 sandwiches
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
The best egg salad sandwich is a quick and easy picnic classic loaded with perfect hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, a touch of dijon mustard and green onions.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 3 + ½ tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
- 6-8 slices of bread
Instructions
- Place eggs into a medium saucepan and cover with water by an inch. Bring to a boil over high heat and remove from heat. Cover the saucepan with the lid and set aside for 10 minutes. Then drain the water and fill with cold water to cool down the eggs. Once eggs are cool, peel and finely chop them or grate them with a grater.
- Transfer chopped eggs a medium bowl and add mayonnaise, dijon mustard, chives, paprika, salt and pepper. Stir with a spoon to mix well. If salad seems dry, add more mayonnaise to reach desired consistency.
- Spread the egg salad on half the sandwich slices and top with the other half. You should get 3-4 sandwiches depending on how full you spread the egg salad on them. You can also serve this with crackers or pita chips.
Notes
Equipment used: cooking pot, measuring cups and spoons, and a mixing bowl.
How to store egg salad: Store egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can leave it at room temperature for up to 2 hours only.
Make egg salad sandwiches in advance: You can make egg salad in advance and store in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the sandwiches. Egg salad sandwiches also keep really well in the refrigerator and can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes (+10 minutes waiting time)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: egg salad sandwich, the best egg salad sandwich, egg salad, picnic sandwich, easy egg salad, sandwich with egg salad
Grace K. says
Delicious! I tried it toasted with butter on the bread like a commenter suggested. I also added a bit of Louisiana Sauce to mine. Turned out great. Thanks!
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Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme says
Yum! That sounds delicious!
Eden says
This egg salad looks amazing! Definitely going to put it in my meal plan!
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Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Awesome! Thank you!
Gunjan says
My sister in law loves the combination of eggs in a sandwich. I have bookmarked your page. Will make this for her when she visits us next.
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Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Oh that is great to hear. Let me know how it goes.
Eileen Kelly says
We just loved this egg salad. So easy to prepare and we had them for lunch today. I will be making these often.
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Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
That makes me so happy to hear! So glad you love this as much as we do.
Loreto Nardelli says
What a great sandwich! I love egg salad. I usually toast the bread and butter it then layer in the egg salad. So so good. Perfect adding in the mustard too, and green onion is egg sakafs best friend!😁
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Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Thank you! Toasting bread with butter sounds like a very good plan! I usually make these for a picnic or long car ride, so I like them untoasted if not served right away. 🙂
Laura Arteaga says
Delicious lunch time sandwiches for the whole family. Thanks for the recipe.
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Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Thank you so much! It is a favourite of ours too.