Better For You Egg Salad Recipe

This lightened-up egg salad recipe is a Weight Watchers winner (3 points per serving, excluding bread)! Packed with protein and flavor, it's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or snack. Enjoy it on toasted oat bran or rye bread, or eat it straight from the bowl! (Bonus: your dog will love the extra yolks!)

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 186.8 kcal
Protein 25g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Better For You Egg Salad

  • Hard Boiled Eggs
  • Celery
  • Onion
  • Green Pepper
  • Fat Free Mayonnaise
  • Spicy Brown Mustard
  • Table Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

How to Make Better For You Egg Salad

  1. Hard-boil 6 large eggs. Once cool, peel and rinse thoroughly.
  2. Carefully separate the yolks from the whites. Discard 2 egg yolks.
  3. Finely chop the remaining 4 egg whites and 2 egg yolks.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped eggs with 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled on your favorite bread or crackers.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

17g

Carbs

2g