Mexican Egg Salad

Elevate your classic egg salad with a bold twist by trying this vibrant Mexican Egg Salad recipe! Bursting with zesty flavors, this dish combines creamy chopped eggs with a tangy lime-mayo dressing infused with chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, and a hint of spice from jalapeño. Fresh additions like diced avocado, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic cilantro make every bite a refreshing delight, while finely diced red onion adds a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 27 minutes, this protein-packed salad is perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or served as a dip with tortilla chips. Whether for lunch, a picnic, or meal prep, this easy Mexican-inspired egg salad will quickly become a favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces large eggs
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1 piece jalapeño, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
• 1 piece avocado, diced
• 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Directions

Step 1

Place the eggs in a medium saucepan and cover them with water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the eggs simmer gently for 10-12 minutes.

Step 3

Drain the hot water and immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water to cool. Let them sit for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Peel the cooled eggs and chop them into small pieces. Transfer the chopped eggs to a large mixing bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Add the red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro to the chopped eggs and mix gently.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the egg mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 8

Gently fold the diced avocado and cherry tomatoes into the salad, being careful not to mash the avocado.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or lime juice if needed.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Enjoy the salad as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or as a dip with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	753.9 grams (753.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1580

Total Fat 139.00g	178%
Saturated Fat 20.10g	101%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1234mg	411%
Sodium 1965mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 55.50g	20%
Dietary Fiber 13.20g	47%
Total Sugars 5.80g
Protein 41.10g	82%

Vitamin D 240IU	1200%
Calcium 234mg	18%
Iron 9mg	48%
Potassium 1557mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.4%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 13.6%