16 Excellent Ways to Make Egg Salad

A classic recipe for egg salad, this dish includes both yellow and Dijon mustards for some tang, along with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness. 

Green eggs? They're not just reserved for Dr. Seuss fans! Avocado adds a rich texture and beautiful color to this recipe. 

If you're not much of a mayonnaise fan, then this is the recipe for you. Plain yogurt and tahini create a creamy texture, while a sprinkling of za'atar adds a punch of flavor.

"This creamy-style egg salad is quite common in Poland," says recipe creator apfel. "It has a similar consistency than egg salad with mayo but it is made with cream cheese."

Two things make this famous Japanese egg salad sando exceptional. For one, the soft, buttery, slightly sweet Japanese milk bread is perfection with egg salad. And also, the super-savory Kewpie-style mayonnaise really makes the salad amazing. Chef John will show you "how to make a version of a mayonnaise so incredible, it literally has a cult following." 

Spicy horseradish and fresh red onion add zip to this egg salad. Serve on your favorite sandwich bread or with crackers. 

"I doubled this recipe and brought it to a 4th of July cookout last night. It was the first thing to go!" says reviewer Ellen. "My husband, who is not a fan of egg salad, loved it."

If you want to move beyond the basics, this Loaded Egg Salad is bursting with flavor. Crispy bacon, yellow onion, and Sriracha make it a stand-out recipe.

Turmeric, ginger, and cilantro are just a few of the ingredients that give this egg salad an Indian-inspired flair. For extra deliciousness, serve it with a piece of naan bread.

You only need a few ingredients — most of which are probably already in your pantry — to whip up this batch of simple egg salad. 

Harissa, a North African chili paste, adds a depth of flavor and hint of heat heat to this dish, while avocado and mayo cool it down.

Get the best of both worlds in this recipe that combines the flavor of deviled eggs with the ease of making egg salad. 

"Simple and delicious! I never would have thought to add basil to egg salad, but it really works," says Jillian. "This perfect with a side of fresh fruit for a filling and flavorful lunch."

Salsa and cottage cheese are the only other ingredients you need for this simple egg salad recipe. Serve on a sandwich or as a dip with tortilla chips.

Greek yogurt not only make this egg salad extra creamy, it also packs in a punch of protein. Any tang from the yogurt is balanced out with a dash of brown sugar.

If you've got leftover pesto stored in your fridge or freezer, this dish is a cinch to make. "Easy recipe, no time at all to put together and tastes fantastic," says Cookincutie.