South Of The Border Egg Salad Recipe

This vibrant South of the Border Egg Salad recipe is bursting with flavor! Perfect on its own, in a sandwich, or wrapped in a warm flour tortilla. We use crisp celery hearts for optimal texture, and you can customize it to your liking – substitute Miracle Whip for mayo, or use milder scallions instead of red onion for a less pungent bite. Get ready for a quick and easy meal prep that's big on taste!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 12 mins

Calories 482.3 kcal

Protein 43g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for South Of The Border Egg Salad

Hard Cooked Eggs
Celery Ribs
Green Chilies
Red Onions
Mayonnaise
Avocados
2 tablespoons lime juice
Fresh Cilantro Leaves
Celery Salt
1/4 teaspoon cumin

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How to Make South Of The Border Egg Salad

Hard-boil 6 large eggs. Once cool, peel and chop.
Finely chop 1/2 cup celery hearts and 1/4 cup red onion (or 1/2 cup scallions).
In a medium bowl, combine the chopped eggs, celery, and onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Miracle Whip), 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, and salt and pepper to taste.
Gently stir the dressing into the egg mixture.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled in lettuce cups, on bread, or in tortillas.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

39g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make South Of The Border Egg Salad?

South Of The Border Egg Salad takes about 27 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 12 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in South Of The Border Egg Salad?

South Of The Border Egg Salad has approximately 482.3 calories per serving, with about 43 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 56 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for South Of The Border Egg Salad?

The key ingredients for South Of The Border Egg Salad are Hard Cooked Eggs, Celery Ribs, Green Chilies, Red Onions, Mayonnaise, Avocados. See the full list with measurements above.