Best 5 Creamy Crunchy Egg Salad Recipes

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Searching for a delicious and satisfying meal option that combines creamy and crunchy textures? Look no further than the classic creamy crunchy egg salad! This versatile dish is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to your taste preferences. Whether you prefer a tangy, sweet, or savory flavor profile, there's a creamy crunchy egg salad recipe out there for everyone. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we explore the world of creamy crunchy egg salad, providing you with insights, tips, and a variety of recipes to satisfy your cravings!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SUPER CREAMY RESTAURANT STYLE EGG SALAD



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The secret ingredient in this restaurant-style egg salad makes it so incredibly creamy! It's absolutely the best egg salad you've ever tasted. Mind Blown.

Provided by Ronda Eagle | Kitchen Dreaming

Categories     Dinner     lunch

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces cream cheese (, softened)
3/4 cup Mayonnaise
1 1/2 teaspoons Sugar (, or prefered sugar substitute)
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon salt ((more or less, to taste))
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper ((more or less to taste))
18 Large Hard Boiled Eggs (chopped)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whip the cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
  • Next, add the sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix the dressing until well incorporated. Taste and adjust seasonings to your personal taste.
  • Fold in the chopped eggs and mix until well combined.
  • Store egg salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 half cup, Calories 279 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 25 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 306 mg, Sodium 340 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 15 g

CREAMY EGG SALAD



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I love the versatility of egg salad, especially with this recipe. You can serve it on a nest of mixed greens, tucked into a sandwich or with your favorite crisp crackers. -Cynthia Kohlberg, Syracuse, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped green or sweet red pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
8 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, salt and pepper until smooth. Stir in green pepper, celery, relish and parsley. Fold in eggs. Refrigerate, covered, until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 264mg cholesterol, Sodium 456mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CREAMY & CRUNCHY EGG SALAD



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Make and share this Creamy & Crunchy Egg Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 4 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 medium red onion, chopped
12 large eggs, hard boiled,peeled and cut into sixths
1 stalk celery & leaves, chopped
1/2 cup plain yogurt or 1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons whole-grained mustard
4 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix together the onion, celery, yogurt or mayonnaise, dill, mustard, lemon juice, and salt.
  • Add the eggs to the mixture and gently mix them together.
  • Season with pepper to taste.
  • Use in sandwiches, with lettuce and tomatoes, or in a salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.5, Fat 15.6, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 562, Sodium 1483.7, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 20.5

EXTRA CREAMY EGG SALAD



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"I like to prepare this rich filling when fixing a soup and sandwich meal," comments Linda Potter of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. "It's great spread on toast for a quick breakfast bite, too." Have leftovers? Our Test Kitchen came up with the following two recipes that use up the leftover egg salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield about 5 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
Croissants or sandwich rolls, optional
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, paprika and salt. Stir in eggs and onion. Serve on croissants with lettuce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458 calories, Fat 42g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 397mg cholesterol, Sodium 591mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CREAMY EGG SALAD



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Make and share this Creamy Egg Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Martini Guy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 42m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped sweet green peppers or 1/4 cup sweet red pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup sweet pickle relish
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
8 hard-boiled eggs, chopped

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl beat cream cheese, mayonnaise, salt and pepper until smooth.
  • Add pepper, celery, relish and parsley.
  • Fold in eggs.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Cooking time is approximate for the eggs.
  • Preparation time is approximate and allows for cooling time for the eggs before shelling and chopping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.3, Fat 30.7, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 601.6, Sodium 950.2, Carbohydrate 15.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 6.5, Protein 19.4

Tips:

  • Use hard-boiled eggs that are fresh: Older eggs can have a sulfurous taste that can ruin your egg salad.
  • Chop the eggs finely: This will help the egg salad to have a smooth and creamy texture.
  • Use a variety of ingredients: Don't just stick to the classic celery and onion. Try adding other crunchy vegetables like carrots, radishes, or bell peppers. You can also add chopped nuts, herbs, or even fruit.
  • Use a good mayonnaise: The mayonnaise is what holds the egg salad together, so don't skimp on quality. Use a mayonnaise that you like the taste of.
  • Season the egg salad to taste: Add salt, pepper, and any other seasonings you like until the egg salad is flavorful.
  • Chill the egg salad before serving: This will help the flavors to meld and the egg salad to firm up.

Conclusion:

Egg salad is a classic dish that is perfect for a quick and easy lunch or snack. It is also a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. With so many different ways to make egg salad, you are sure to find a recipe that you love. So next time you are looking for a simple and delicious meal, give egg salad a try.

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