EGG SALAD TEA SANDWICH RECIPE - Julies Apron (2024)

Why you will love this recipe

• Easy to Prepare: With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep work, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
• Budget-Friendly: Eggs are not only nutritious, but they're also budget-friendly, making this recipe a cost-effective option for feeding a crowd.
• Versatility: This egg salad sandwich recipe is versatile, allowing you to customize the toppings.
• Nutritious and Filling: Packed with protein and essential nutrients, eggs are not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious.

Ingredients

• Hard-boiled Eggs
• Avocado oil Mayonnaise
• Garlic
• Mozzarella cheese
• Paprika
• Salt and Pepper
• 30 minute Bread *not pictured
• Garnish- With green onions, radish slices, avocado, or bacon bites.

See recipe card for quantities.

Substitutions and Variations

• Avocado oil Mayonnaise- Feel free to use store-bought Mayonnaise.
• Bread- You can use a French baguette or regular sandwich bread.
• Garlic- Garlic powder can be substituted for fresh garlic. 1 clove of garlic is equal to ⅛th teaspoon of garlic powder.

Egg salad meal prep option: Make a batch of this egg salad spread and place in the refrigerator to enjoy through out the week.

The sandwiches can be either open-faced on my 30-minute bread recipe, as crostini's, or use Classic white bread to make a sandwich.

Step 1: Grate Egg and Cheese: Start off by Grating the eggs and cheese using a big hole grater grate 4 hard-boiled eggs and ½ cup (4 oz) of mozzarella cheese.

Step 2: Next add the remaining ingredients: ½ cup mayonnaise, Mince 4 garlic cloves, and season with ¼ teaspoon of paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper.

Step 3: Mix the Egg salad: Using a spatula mix together all the ingredients until everything is incorporated.

Step 4: Assemble the sandwich: Slice bread and top with the mixed egg salad. Garnish with toppings such as radish slices, chopped green onions, avocado, or bacon bites.

Equipment

• Grater
• Cutting Board
• Bread knife
• Mixing bowl

How long does egg salad last in fridge

Seal in an airtight container and store the mixed egg salad in the refrigerator for 5 days.

Can you freeze Egg Salad?

It is safe to freeze classic egg salad for up to two months without risking spoilage. For best flavor and texture, consume it before the two months. You can run under cold water to thaw.

Top tip

Grating the eggs helps to distribute the egg evenly throughout the sandwich as well as finely chopped eggs to create a smoother and creamier texture.

Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:

• Focaccia Pizza Bread
• Italian Grinder Sandwich
• Open-faced Turkey Sandwich
• Prosciutto Crostini Melts

Egg Salad Tea Sandwich

Julie Chelombitko

Looking for a quick lunchtime bite or an appetizer to bring for an event? This Egg Salad Tea Sandwich Recipe never fails to satisfy with a creamy blend of hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, and fragrant garlic, all spread onto slices of soft, freshly baked bread.