Simple Curried Egg Salad
Simple Curried Egg Salad is a refreshing twist on a classic favorite, combining creamy eggs with aromatic curry spices. This vibrant dish offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or quick lunches. With its bright colors and enticing aroma, this egg salad is sure to impress guests while being easy enough for novice cooks to master.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Global
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Boil the eggs in cold water, bringing to a boil and simmering for 10-12 minutes for hard-boiled.
- Cool the eggs in an ice bath, then peel under running water.
- In a bowl, mash the peeled eggs with a fork.
- Stir in mayonnaise, curry powder, mustard, celery, green onions, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Serve on lettuce leaves or as a sandwich filling; enjoy immediately or chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 370mg
Keywords: Consider adding diced apples for sweetness or swapping curry powder for garam masala for extra spice. For meal prep, store in an airtight container without lettuce to keep it fresh.