Egg Salad Sandwich on Whole Grain Bread

The Egg Salad Sandwich is a classic, creamy, and satisfying meal. Served on hearty whole-grain bread, it’s perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner!
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Ingredients:
For the Egg Salad:
• 🥚 4 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled
• 🥄 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 🧂 1/2 teaspoon mustard (Dijon or yellow)
• 🥒 1 tablespoon dill pickle relish (optional)
• 🧅 1 tablespoon red onion, finely chopped
• 🍋 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
• 🧂 Pinch of salt and pepper
For the Sandwich:
• 🍞 4 slices whole-grain bread
• 🥬 4 leaves lettuce
• 🍅 4 slices tomato (optional)
• 🧈 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for toasting the bread)
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Instructions:
1. Prepare the Egg Salad:
o Chop the hard-boiled eggs into small pieces.
o In a bowl, combine chopped eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, red onion, pickle relish, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
o Mix well until creamy and evenly combined.
2. Prepare the Bread:
o Toast the whole-grain bread slices lightly if desired.
o Optionally, spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice.
3. Assemble the Sandwich:
o Place lettuce leaves on two slices of bread.
o Spread the egg salad evenly over the lettuce.
o Add tomato slices if using.
o Top with the remaining slices of bread.
4. Serve:
o Slice the sandwiches in half diagonally.
o Serve immediately.
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Serving Suggestions:
• Pair with a side of mixed greens or potato chips.
• Add a cup of soup for a heartier meal.
Enjoy your creamy and delicious Egg Salad Sandwich! 🥚🍞🥬