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SIMPLE PERFECTION
The 4-Ingredient Egg Salad I Make All the Time
★★★★★
5.0 (310)|(2 Reviews)Hard-boiled eggs mashed with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and plenty of chopped fresh dill.
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By Robin Asbell (Recipe Developer)•Published May 2, 2026
⏱ 20 mins
Simply Recipes / Robin Asbell🔥 280 kcal
WHY MAKE THIS
- Clean, pure egg salad flavor without unnecessary fillers.
- Just 4 ingredients.
SIMPLE PERFECTION
The 4-Ingredient Egg Salad I Make All the Time
A classic deli egg salad that focuses on the fundamentals: perfectly boiled eggs mashed into chunky curds with good mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and an abundance of fresh chopped aromatic dill. Difficulty: Super Easy.
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time20 mins
Servings2 servings
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Ingredients
- 6 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and roughly chopped
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
1
Mash eggs and mix
In a bowl, mash chopped eggs with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and fresh dill. Season with salt and pepper.
2
Serve on toast or crackers
Spoon onto warm toast, tuck into croissants, or serve with salty crackers.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Don't over-mash the eggs—leaving bite-sized chunks gives the salad a much better mouthfeel.
Nutrition Facts
Per ServingCalories280 kcal
Protein18g
Carbs2g
Total Fat22g
Sodium: 340mg
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 2g
Community Reviews & Ratings
2 cooks have shared their thoughts on this recipe
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Sarah M.★★★★★
This has completely replaced my normal avocado toast! The beans blend so well you cannot even tell, and I stay full until lunchtime!
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David K.★★★★★
Great trick for adding protein without cooking eggs on busy mornings. Added a pinch of red pepper flakes and lemon zest—delicious.
