Enjoy a classic lunch with this delicious Southern Style Egg Salad recipe. Made with creamy mayonnaise, mustard, fresh herbs, and perfectly boiled eggs, this egg salad is packed with flavor. The tangy dill pickle relish adds a nice crunch to every bite. Serve it on toasted bread or as a filling for sandwiches or wraps. It's also great for picnics or potlucks! This recipe is quick and easy to prepare, making it a go-to dish for a satisfying meal or snack in just a few minutes.
Ingredients
- 6 hard-boiled eggs
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons diced dill pickle
- 1 tablespoon pickle juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 slices bread, toasted (optional)
- 4 leaves lettuce (optional)
Directions
- Peel the hard-boiled eggs and chop them into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, diced dill pickle, pickle juice, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Taste the egg salad and adjust the seasonings according to your preference.
- If desired, spread a generous amount of the egg salad on a slice of toasted bread. Top with a leaf of lettuce and another slice of bread to make a sandwich. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Cut the sandwiches into halves or quarters and serve immediately. Alternatively, you can also refrigerate the egg salad for up to 2 days and use it as a filling for wraps or as a dip with crackers.
- Enjoy your delicious Southern Style Egg Salad!
