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Creamy Egg Salad Classic Recipe with Fresh Herbs and Crunchy Veggies Made Easy

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A creamy, flavorful egg salad featuring fresh herbs and crunchy veggies, perfect for quick lunches, potlucks, or light meals. This recipe blends cottage cheese with mayo for a lighter yet indulgent texture.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
  • ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) small-curd cottage cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives
  • ½ cup finely diced celery
  • ¼ cup finely chopped green onions
  • Optional: ¼ cup finely diced red bell pepper
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Place 6 large eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by about an inch. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then cover, remove from heat, and let sit for 10-12 minutes.
  2. Drain the hot water and immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath or rinse under cold water for at least 5 minutes. Peel the shells off and pat dry.
  3. Roughly chop the peeled eggs and place them in a mixing bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to break them up to your desired texture.
  4. Finely dice celery, green onions, and red bell pepper (if using). Chop parsley, dill, and chives.
  5. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, cottage cheese, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  6. Add the chopped veggies, herbs, and dressing to the mashed eggs. Gently fold everything together until evenly coated. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Refrigerate the egg salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Serve chilled on bread, crackers, or greens.

Notes

Use an ice bath immediately after boiling eggs to prevent overcooking and make peeling easier. Fold ingredients gently to maintain texture. For dairy-free, substitute cottage cheese with extra mayo or dairy-free yogurt. Chill at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Adjust seasoning to taste. Optional smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky note.

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