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Best way to grow the perfect 7 egg salad

This recipe provides instructions for making a delicious 7-egg salad, perfect for a quick meal or snack. It's a simple yet satisfying dish that can be customized to your taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 7 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Ice bath (bowl with ice and water)
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Medium bowl
  • Spatula or spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 10-12 minutes.
  3. Drain and immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes to stop cooking.
  4. Peel and chop the cooled eggs.
Mixing
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, celery, red onion, dill, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chopped eggs and gently mix until well combined.
  3. Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of paprika or a dash of hot sauce. This egg salad is delicious on toast, crackers, or in a sandwich.