Jalapeno Egg Salad Recipe

Spice up your Easter leftovers or make a fresh batch of this vibrant Jalapeño Egg Salad! This zesty recipe combines creamy mayonnaise, crunchy jalapeños, and fresh herbs for a flavor explosion. Perfect as a sandwich filling, dip with tortilla chips, or a unique appetizer. Ready in just 15 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 329 kcal
Protein 39g
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Ingredients for Jalapeno Egg Salad

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How to Make Jalapeno Egg Salad

  1. Hard-boil 6 large eggs. Once cool, peel and roughly chop.
  2. Finely chop 1 jalapeño pepper (remove seeds for less heat).
  3. Thinly slice 2 green onions.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped eggs, jalapeño, and green onions.
  5. Add 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice.
  6. Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin.
  7. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Gently mix until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  9. Serve immediately on bread, crackers, or with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

30g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Jalapeno Egg Salad?

Jalapeno Egg Salad takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Jalapeno Egg Salad?

Jalapeno Egg Salad has approximately 329 calories per serving, with about 39 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 36 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Jalapeno Egg Salad?

The key ingredients for Jalapeno Egg Salad are Hard Boiled Eggs, Pickled Jalapeno Peppers, Green Onion, Cilantro, Ground Cumin, Mayonnaise. See the full list with measurements above.

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