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Easy Egg Salad Sandwich

Last Updated on October 4, 2021 by Bintu. Leave a Comment

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If you are wondering what to do with all of those leftover Easter eggs, this Mexican Egg Salad Sandwich recipe is for you! This twist on the classic egg salad sandwich is so flavorful, and it’s so easy to make. This is going to be your new favorite lunch. 

the finished egg salad sandwich halves stacked vertically

Egg salad is good, but it’s pretty plain Jane. There’s nothing wrong with that; in fact, it just means that egg salad is a perfect canvas for adding other flavors like the ones found in this Mexican Egg Salad Recipe. 

Chopped eggs, mayo, mustard, and vinegar are the standard ingredients in every egg salad.

Table of Contents

  • Egg Salad Sandwich With A Twist
  • Why Make This Recipe
  • Ingredient Notes
  • How To Make Egg Salad Sandwiches
  • How To Hard Boil Eggs
  • Tips For Success
  • Variations
  • Budget-Friendly Tips 
  • Make Ahead And Storage
  • FAQs
  • What Can I Substitute For The Mayo?
  • How Can I Make This More Filling?
  • More Recipes You May Like
  • Tools To Make This
  • Get The Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe:
  • Egg Salad Sandwich
  • Tips For Success
  • Variations
  • Budget-Friendly Tips 
  • Make Ahead and Storage
  • More Recipes You May Like

Egg Salad Sandwich With A Twist

We’ve gone rogue, and we’re giving this egg salad sandwich a Mexican makeover. We’ve added garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and cilantro! YUMMY! Toss in some chopped veggies for crunch, and you will have a delicious sandwich. 

If you’re looking for an easy lunch or dinner option, then these rustic sandwiches Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap, and Chicken Shawarma Sandwiches are perfect choices. Fancy them up by slicing off the crusts and cutting the sandwiches into shapes using cookie cutters. The tiny sandwiches will be perfect for afternoon tea, Mother’s Day Brunch, or a bridal or baby shower. 

an open faced egg salad sandwich on a white plate

Why Make This Recipe

  • Flavorful – The added seasonings gives the plain egg salad a flavorful kick. 
  • Frugal – A great way to use up those leftover Easter Eggs. 
  • Easy – This recipe takes just a few minutes to make.  

Ingredient Notes

  • Eggs – Use leftover Easter eggs or hard boil a fresh batch. 
  • Mayonnaise – Use your favorite brand. 
  • Spices – it gets it flavor from smoked paprika (adds a mild and smoky flavor),  garlic powder ( without having spicy chunks of garlic), Cumin – a warm, earthy flavor common in Mexican dishes and mustard – Use yellow mustard or brown mustard. 
  • Vinegar – Use apple cider or white vinegar. 
  • Cilantro – Adds a bright flavor and flecks of color. 
  • Chopped Veggies – For a bit of crunch. 
  • Bread – Any bread from soft white sandwich bread to pumpernickel to rolls will work well. 

How To Make Egg Salad Sandwiches

Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

  1. Peel and mash 10 hard-boiled eggs in a bowl. 
  2. Add remaining ingredients and mix until combined.
  3. Serve on bread or rolls. 
image collage showing the steps for making egg salad sandwich

How To Hard Boil Eggs

  1. Place eggs into a single layer in a saucepan and cover with 1-2 inches of water.
  2. Turn the heat to high and bring the water to a rolling boil. 
  3. Turn off the heat and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 10-12 minutes. 
  4. Strain the eggs and run them under cold water to stop the cooking. 
  5. Peel and Eat. 

Tips For Success

  • Older eggs are easier to peel when hard-boiled than fresh eggs. 
  • Finely chop the veggies before adding them to the eggs. 
  • Refrigerate the eggs salad for at least 12 hours to let the flavors come together. 

Variations

  • Classic Egg Salad – Not sure you’ll love this Mexican makeover? Leave out the garlic, cumin, cilantro, and chopped veggies. 
  • Make it Spicy – Mix in a sprinkle of cayenne pepper or add some chopped jalapeno peppers. 

Budget-Friendly Tips 

  • Use Leftover Easter Eggs – Store your Easter eggs in the fridge and use them for egg salad. 
three-quarters view of a stack of completed Mexican Egg Salad Sandwiches

Make Ahead And Storage

  • Prep Ahead – You do not need to prep this in advance, but doing so helps to develop the flavor from the spices. Make the night before for the best flavor. 
  • Store – Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Consume within four days. 
  • Freeze – Freezing is not recommended. 

FAQs

What Can I Substitute For The Mayo?

If you are not a fan of mayo, you can certainly substitute it with something else. Some people prefer a plain salad dressing such as Miracle Whip. Other options include plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt, hummus, pesto, or even nut butter. 

How Can I Make This More Filling?

Serve your sandwich with chips and salsa, veggie sticks and hummus, pickles, or add extras like bacon, avocado, cheese, lettuce, and tomato to your sandwich. 

four egg salad sandwiches stacked on top of each other

More Recipes You May Like

  • Chicken Shawarma Sandwich.
  • Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich.
  • Meatball Pita Pockets.
  • Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap.

Tools To Make This

  • Handy Mixing Bowls.
  • Measuring cups and spoons.

Get The Egg Salad Sandwich Recipe:

the finished egg salad sandwich halves stacked vertically

Egg Salad Sandwich

Mexican Egg Salad is a delicious twist on the classic egg salad sandwich.
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Course: lunch
Cuisine: American, Mexican, Western
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 848kcal
Author: Bintu Hardy | Budget Delicious

Equipment

Mixing Bowls
measuring cups and spoons
Cups And Spoons

Ingredients

  • 10 hard boiled eggs
  • 1 ½ cup (345g) mayonaise
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin powder
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • ¼ cup (50g) chopped cilantro optional
  • ½ cup (51g) chopped celery or other veggies, as preferred
  • 4 slices whole wheat bread or rolls

Instructions

  • Peel the hard-boiled eggs, place in a mixing bowl and mash.
  • Add in the remaining ingredients and stir to combine.
  • Spread the egg salad onto slices bread to create sandwiches.

Notes

Tips For Success

  • Older eggs are easier to peel when hard-boiled than fresh eggs. 
  • Finely chop the veggies before adding them to the eggs. 
  • Refrigerate the eggs salad for at least 12 hours to let the flavors come together. 

Variations

  • Classic Egg Salad – Not sure you’ll love this Mexican makeover? Leave out the garlic, cumin, cilantro, and chopped veggies. 
  • Make it Spicy – Mix in a sprinkle of cayenne pepper or add some chopped jalapeno peppers. 

Budget-Friendly Tips 

  • Use Leftover Easter Eggs – Store your Easter eggs in the fridge and use them for egg salad. 

Make Ahead and Storage

  • Prep Ahead – You do not need to prep this in advance, but doing so helps to develop the flavor from the spices. Make the night before for the best flavor. 
  • Store – Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. Consume within four days. 
  • Freeze – Freezing is not recommended. 

More Recipes You May Like

  • Chicken Shawarma Sandwich.
  • Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 848kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 78g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 502mg | Sodium: 898mg | Potassium: 324mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1089IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 3mg
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