EGG AND HERB SALAD

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This is not like the egg salad you get at the local deli (hard-cooked eggs, lots of mayonnaise, celery). It is creamy, but the dressing is yogurt-based, and the salad is packed with lots of vivid, fresh herbs.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 30m

Yield Serves four to six

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 large eggs, hard-boiled (see below) and finely chopped
1 cup finely chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, dill, tarragon, chervil or chives
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
1 small red onion, finely chopped, soaked for five minutes in cold water, drained and rinsed
Salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/3 cup plain low-fat yogurt or buttermilk
1 tablespoon Hellmann's or Best Foods mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, green shoot removed, minced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 6-ounce bag baby arugula

Steps:

  • To hard-boil the eggs, place in a saucepan, cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Cover the pan tightly, and turn off the heat. Let sit for 12 minutes. Fill a bowl with ice water, drain the eggs and chill immediately in the ice water.
  • Combine the chopped eggs, herbs, celery and red onion in a large bowl, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Whisk together the vinegar, lemon juice, yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard and olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss with the egg mixture.
  • Line plates or a platter with arugula, top with the egg salad and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 182, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 371 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Pregold Esiene
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Overall, this is a delicious and easy-to-make salad that is perfect for any occasion.


Virgil “CryingTea” Coffee
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This is a great salad to meal prep for the week. It holds up well in the refrigerator.


Matiurahman Kayani
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I like to add a little bit of chopped red onion to this salad for a bit of extra crunch.


Dilshad Abbasi
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover herbs from your garden.


Archie Briwn
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I love the simplicity of this salad. It's a great way to showcase fresh, seasonal ingredients.


David Stoller
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch. I always have the ingredients on hand.


Mommy Cruz
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was perfect. It held up well in the heat and didn't get soggy.


Ahammed Saidul
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This salad is also great served on a bed of lettuce or arugula.


daina myles
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I like to add a little bit of chopped bacon to this salad for extra flavor.


David Viveiros
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and vegetables.


Kim Clinton
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I'm not a big fan of egg salad, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so light and refreshing.


Richard Amanor
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Ricardo Reid
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The dressing is perfectly tangy and creamy. It really brings all the flavors together.


Pokemon Collect
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This salad is packed with flavor. The fresh herbs really shine through.


Music
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's a great way to use up leftover hard-boiled eggs.


Ghulshan Firdoos
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This egg and herb salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of hard-boiled eggs, fresh herbs, and tangy dressing is delicious and satisfying.