Egg Salad Sandwiches

This classic Egg Salad Sandwich is a creamy, flavorful delight that combines hard-boiled eggs with a zesty dressing, perfect for a quick lunch or snack. Served between slices of fresh bread, it's a satisfying and protein-rich meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients

• Eggs - 4 large
• Mayonnaise - 4 tablespoons
• Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Red onion - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Celery - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lettuce leaves - 2 large
• Bread (whole wheat or white) - 4 slices

Steps

1. Place the eggs in a pot and cover them with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Once boiling, cover the pot, remove it from heat, and let it sit for 10-12 minutes.
3. After the time is up, transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool for about 5 minutes. Peel the eggs once they are cool.
4. In a mixing bowl, chop the peeled eggs into small pieces.
5. Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped dill, red onion, celery, salt, and black pepper to the chopped eggs. Mix until well combined.
6. Lay lettuce leaves on two slices of bread, then spoon the egg salad mixture on top of the lettuce.
7. Top with the remaining slices of bread to form sandwiches. Cut in half and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 370 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from mayonnaise, which can promote heart health.

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