Southwest Egg Salad
We invite home chefs to master our signature Southwest egg salad recipe, a gourmet twist featuring velvety mayonnaise, zesty spices, and farm-fresh eggs that create an irresistibly creamy, flavor-packed dish.
Ingredients
8 Eggland's Best Hard-Cooked Peeled Eggs, carefully chopped into uniform bite-sized pieces for the perfect egg salad recipe consistency
½ cup high-quality mayonnaise, preferably full-fat for optimal creaminess and flavor binding
1 teaspoon prepared yellow or Dijon mustard for a tangy kick
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, adjust amount based on desired heat level
1 teaspoon sriracha or Asian-style chili paste for an extra layer of complex heat
¼ cup fresh green onions, finely chopped, both white and green parts
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, start with ¼ teaspoon each
Preparation
- In a spacious mixing bowl, gently combine the precisely chopped hard-cooked eggs, being careful not to mash them too finely - you want some texture in your egg salad recipe. Add the creamy mayonnaise and mustard, folding them in carefully to coat the eggs evenly.
- Sprinkle in the crisp green onions, which add both color and a fresh crunch.
- Incorporate the red pepper flakes and sriracha or chili paste, adjusting the amounts to achieve your preferred level of heat - remember, you can always add more, but you can't take it away.
- Season thoughtfully with salt and pepper, tasting as you go to achieve the perfect balance of flavors. For an extra touch of color and subtle smoky flavor, finish with a light dusting of paprika.
- Let the egg salad rest for about 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully. Nutrition
Nutrition
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Learn More| Serving Size | 1 |
|---|---|
| Calories | 157 |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | 218 mg |
| Sodium | 222 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 5 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
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