Egg Salad with Capers and Olives
Elevate your classic egg salad with this flavorful twist—Egg Salad with Capers and Olives! This vibrant recipe blends the creamy richness of hard-boiled eggs and mayonnaise with the tangy brininess of capers and chopped green olives, delivering layers of bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Finely diced red onion adds a crisp bite, while fresh parsley and a splash of lemon juice brighten every bite. Perfect as a quick and easy meal, this egg salad comes together in just 25 minutes and is versatile enough to serve on toasted bread, crunchy crackers, or paired with fresh greens. Whether you’re prepping a light lunch or an impressive side dish, this zesty egg salad is sure to impress your taste buds!
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Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 3 tablespoons green olives (pitted and chopped)
- 2 tablespoons red onion (finely diced)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, fresh)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Place the eggs in a medium-sized saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Once boiling, cover the saucepan with a lid, remove it from the heat, and let the eggs sit for 10 minutes to hard boil.
Step 3
Drain the eggs and transfer them to a bowl of ice water. Let them cool for 5 minutes, then peel the eggs and chop them into small pieces.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Step 5
Add the chopped eggs, capers, chopped green olives, red onion, and parsley to the bowl. Gently fold the ingredients together until well combined.
Step 6
Taste the egg salad and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Step 7
Serve the egg salad immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 days. Enjoy it on toasted bread, crackers, or as a side dish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 443.6 grams (443.6g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 931 |
| Total Fat 77.00g | 99% |
| Saturated Fat 13.90g | 70% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 1176mg | 392% |
| Sodium 2654mg | 115% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18.90g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.10g | 8% |
| Total Sugars 2.20g | |
| Protein 38.80g | 78% |
| Vitamin D 246IU | 1230% |
| Calcium 216mg | 17% |
| Iron 7mg | 37% |
| Potassium 513mg | 11% |
Source of Calories