Egg Salad Recipe
9/9/2026
Love Egg Salad
Ros is a big fan of eggs in just about any form, and this classic egg salad is no exception. Creamy, simple, and full of flavor, it’s especially delicious served on a croissant or your favorite bread for an easy egg salad sandwich.
Ingredients You’ll Need
This recipe serves as a fantastic base, but feel free to tweak it to suit your taste! Here’s what you need:
6 eggs
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon mustard
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped sweet pickles (and 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon of pickle juice)
1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 teaspoon pepper (adjust to taste)
How to Make the Perfect Egg Salad
Ready to whip up this delicious sandwich? Let’s do it!
1. Start by hard-boiling the eggs. Once they are cooked, let them cool down before moving on to the next step.
2. Cut the eggs into halves and place them in a mixing bowl. A dough mixer works wonderfully to break them up into smaller pieces, creating a nice chunky texture.
3. Add the mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, mustard, salt, and pepper directly to the egg yolks. Stir until everything is well combined. This is where each ingredient starts to make the egg salad sandwich irresistible!
4. Once your mixture is combined, taste it! You can adjust any seasoning or add more mayonnaise if you prefer a creamier consistency.
5. Now, it’s time to assemble your sandwich! Spread a generous amount of your delightful egg salad mixture onto your favorite bread or — if you’re feeling fancy — a buttery croissant. You can even add a layer of lettuce for some crunch!
No matter how you serve it, this egg salad sandwich is bound to impress. It’s creamy, tangy, and simply delicious. Plus, making a double recipe is never a bad idea. Enjoy your next meal outdoors, or pack it up for an on-the-go lunch; this sandwich is great anytime, anywhere!
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for your support!
For a complete list of Kitchen Utensils we like to use, come to our Kitchen Essentials Page.