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This tasty keto egg salad is made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and chopped scallions.

It is delicious all on its own, very good in a sandwich made with keto bread, and just lovely when piled on slices of crunchy cucumber.

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One of my favorite lunches, apart from reheating last night's leftovers, is making a quick high-protein salad and serving it with veggies. I often make keto tuna salad, salmon salad, and keto chicken salad.

This keto egg salad is another lunch staple. It's tasty, very easy to make, and it keeps for a few days in the fridge. On hot summer nights, when cooking seems unappealing, I also serve it for dinner.

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Ingredients

You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make this tasty salad. The exact measurements are included in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

  • Hard-boiled eggs: If you follow my tutorial for how to cook easy-peel hard-boiled eggs, you want the yolks well-cooked, so keep the eggs in the water for 12 minutes.
  • Mayonnaise: I prefer using mayo made with avocado oil.
  • Dijon mustard: This traditional French mustard is creamier, thicker, and less vinegary than yellow mustard.
  • Sliced scallions: I prefer to use the green parts only. The white parts are a bit too crunchy and sharp.
  • Salt and pepper: I use sea salt and freshly ground black pepper in this recipe.
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Variations

  • Use sour cream instead of mayonnaise, or instead of half the mayo. My personal preference is to use mayo, but I tried sour cream and I liked it.
  • Use spicy mustard instead of dijon, or add a few drops of sriracha hot sauce.
  • Finely chopped red onions make a good replacement for scallions.
  • Add chopped cilantro. I love the sharpness it adds.
  • Sometimes I add diced sun-dried tomatoes.

Keto Egg Salad Instructions

The detailed instructions are included in the recipe card below. Here's an overview of the steps for making this recipe:

  • You start by grating the eggs with a box grater. This achieves the best texture, in my opinion. (Photos 1-2).
  • Then, add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, scallions, salt, and pepper. (Photo 3).
  • Mix everything well, then refrigerate the salad to allow the flavors to meld. That's it! I told you this was an easy recipe! (Photo 4).
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Expert Tip

I like to grate the eggs by hand, using a box grater. This makes the best-textured salad. You can simply mash the eggs with a fork if you wish. This would produce a coarser texture, but it would still be very good.

Recipe FAQs

Can I serve the salad immediately after making it?

Yes. Refrigerating the salad is not strictly necessary, but I do find that it tastes better after the flavors have had a chance to meld together.

Can I use medium-boiled eggs?

I don't recommend that. For the best texture, make sure the eggs you use are hard-boiled. The whites and yolks should be fully cooked.

Can you make this salad without mayo?

Yes. Simply replace the mayonnaise with an equal amount of sour cream. I've also experimented with using whole-milk Greek yogurt, but it wasn't as good.

Serving Suggestions

I like to serve this salad with crispy fresh-cut vegetables. It's really nice when scooped up with crunchy cucumber slices or with halved mini peppers.

Another efficient and low-carb tool for eating this salad is plain pork rinds. That's my husband's favorite tool for scooping it up.

And yet another option is to serve it on some type of keto bread - 90-second bread, keto bagel, savory chaffles, or thick slices of almond flour bread.

One of my family's favorite weekend lunches is when I make a beautiful spread of cut-up vegetables, plain pork rinds, and almond flour keto crackers, all used to scoop up delicacies such as this salad, smoked salmon mousse, and Greek yogurt dip.

Storing Leftovers

You can store the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 3 days. Give them a good stir before using them.

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Keto Egg Salad

This keto egg salad is made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and chopped scallions. It is just lovely when piled on slices of crunchy cucumber.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Total Time15 minutes mins

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 213kcal

Author: Vered DeLeeuw

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs hard-boiled, chilled and peeled
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise I prefer avocado oil mayo
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup scallions finely sliced
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Instructions

  • Grate the eggs using the largest holes in a box grater.

  • Transfer the shredded eggs to a medium bowl.

  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix well.

  • Cover and refrigerate for one hour to allow the flavors to meld.

  • Serve the salad with fresh-cut veggies, plain pork rinds, or keto bread.

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Notes

I like to grate the eggs by hand, using a box grater. This makes the best-textured salad. You can simply mash the eggs with a fork if you wish. This would produce a coarser texture, but it would still be very good.

You can store the leftovers in the fridge, in an airtight container, for up to 3 days. Give them a good stir before using them.

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Nutrition per Serving

Serving: 0.25recipe | Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 15g | Sodium: 497mg

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Keto Egg Salad - Healthy Recipes Blog (20) Vered DeLeeuw, LL.M., CNC, has been following a low-carb real-food diet and blogging about it since 2011. She's a Certified Nutrition Coach (NASM-CNC), has taken courses at the Harvard School of Public Health, and has earned a Nutrition and Healthy Living Certificate from Cornell University. Her work has appeared in several major media outlets, including Healthline, HuffPost, Today, Women's Health, Shape, and Country Living. Click to learn more about Vered.

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FAQs

Is it OK to eat eggs everyday on keto diet? ›

Eggs are keto-friendly and safe to eat when you're on the ketogenic diet. Eggs are low in carbs while containing high amounts of protein and healthy fats. You can have 6 to 7 eggs every day while on the keto diet.

Are egg salad sandwiches healthy to eat everyday? ›

Egg salad is a classic sandwich stuffer, but with gobs of mayo mixed in, it can be high in unhealthy fats, sodium and calories. An average deli egg salad sandwich can have more than 550 calories, 30 grams of fat and 600 milligrams of sodium.

What do you serve with egg salad? ›

Consider a leafy green salad, potato chips, French fries, or coleslaw.

Does egg salad have carbs? ›

Egg salad (0.5 cup) contains 2.1g total carbs, 1.7g net carbs, 24.5g fat, 8.5g protein, and 266 calories.

Is 4 eggs a day too much on keto? ›

Is there such a thing as too many eggs on a keto diet? The good news is that you can effectively eat as many eggs as you want on a ketogenic diet, as long as they fit your overall calorie and macronutrient requirements. Eggs have a fantastic macro profile nearly identical to the 'ideal' keto ratio.

Can I eat 5 eggs a day on keto? ›

There isn't a strict limit on the number of eggs you can eat on a keto diet, but it's important to consider a few factors: Nutrient Balance: While eggs are rich in protein and healthy fats, it's still important to maintain a balanced diet. Incorporate a variety of nutrient-dense foods to ensure you're getting a wide.

Can you eat too much egg salad? ›

A healthy diet is a variety of foods, mostly plants, not too much or too little. The risk of a decent sized serving of egg salad every day is that it could end up forming too large a part of your diet, cutting down on the variety. Try not to let any one food dominate your diet.

What's healthier mayo or Miracle Whip? ›

In the contest of mayo versus Miracle Whip, the latter is lower in fat and has fewer calories than mayonnaise. However, Miracle Whip's higher sugar content (from high fructose corn syrup) doesn't necessarily make it a “healthier” option.

How many days does egg salad last in the refrigerator? ›

Serve the egg salad immediately or refrigerate it until ready to use. Egg salad will keep for up to 4 days in the fridge.

Does egg salad last in the refrigerator? ›

According to the USDA, you might have a little more time to finish egg salad than you may think. If the egg salad has been properly stored—in a sealed container in the refrigerator—it is safe to eat it within five days.

What is the benefit of eating egg salad? ›

Among its many benefits, the egg's nutrients build strong muscles, keep our brains, eyes, skin and immune systems healthy, and help prevent birth defects. Making this salad can be as simple as adding some lemon juice and salt and pepper to the avocado and eggs, or enhancing the flavor with onions, herbs and olives.

Can you have pickles on keto? ›

Pickles can be keto-friendly as long as they don't contain added sugar. In general, you should select dill or sour pickles but avoid sweet, candied, and bread and butter ones.

Can I have mayo on keto? ›

Mayonnaise is the perfect condiment for the Keto Diet because it consists of high fat, low protein, and zero carbohydrates. It also has many health benefits that can help you maintain Ketosis and achieve your weight loss goals on the Keto diet.

Does Egg Salad raise blood sugar? ›

Recent research1,2,3 confirms that eggs can be eaten as part of a healthy diet without negatively impacting diabetes or heart health, and can even help to stabilize blood sugar levels.

What is the daily limit for the keto diet? ›

The keto diet limits carbohydrates and replaces them with fats. This puts the body into a state of ketosis. A person should consume up to 50 grams (g) of carbs per day on the keto diet to stay in ketosis. A person on a keto diet eats foods that contain high levels of fats and very low levels of carbohydrates.

What everyday foods are keto friendly? ›

Foods you can eat on the keto diet include fish and seafood, meat and poultry, non-starchy vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and zucchini, avocados, berries, nuts and seeds, eggs, high-fat dairy products, olive oil and other oils, and high-cocoa chocolate.

Is peanut butter OK on keto? ›

Peanut butter can definitely be part of a keto diet, but it's best to stick to plain options that are free of extra flavors and sweeteners. Almond butter is a good choice, too, and it's slightly lower in carbs. Additionally, you should be mindful of your portion size if you're trying to lose weight.

How many eggs can I eat in a meal on keto? ›

There is no recommended amount for how many eggs people should eat. Eggs can be enjoyed as part of a healthy, balanced diet. But, while you can eat as many eggs as you want on a keto diet, we would recommend limiting yourself to no more than 6 to 7 eggs per week.

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