Healthy Egg Salad

The Benefits

Egg: This small white, brown or blue egg high in protein, heart-healthy unsaturated fats and nutrients may help with weight management, promote mental health and improve good cholesterol.

Vitamin A, B, D & E - Calcium - Folate - Iron - Magnesium

Celery: This fiber-filled plant may support digestive function, improve memory, manage blood sugars and fight inflammation.

Vitamin A, C & K - Calcium - Folate - Potassium

Chives: This small green herb with a similar flavor to an onion may help fight inflammation, promote heart health, aid in digestion and reduce the risk of some cancers.

Vitamin A, C & K - Calcium - Fiber - Potassium

Red Onion: This layered bulb may help fight bacteria and protect the body from ulcers, various cancers, heart disease and allergies.

Antioxidants - Vitamin B6, K & C - Potassium

Lemon: This bright yellow citrus fruit may support heart health, weight control, and digestive health.

High in Vitamin C - Fiber - Citric Acid - Iron

The Recipe

Ingredients

6 eggs

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1 tbsp dijon

half a lemon, juiced

1/2 tsp paprika

salt & pepper

quarter red onion, finely diced

2 stalks celery, halved lengthwise & finely sliced

3 tbsp chives, finely chopped

Instructions

1) Boil the eggs: Place eggs in a single layer on the bottom of a pot. Cover with water. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat. As soon as the water has reached a boil, turn off the heat and let eggs rest in hot water for 10-12 minutes. Drain eggs and rinse with cold water. Allow eggs to cool before peeling the shells off.

2) Prepare the yolk dressing: Remove the white of the eggs and set aside. Place all egg yolks in a bowl, add mayonnaise, dijon, lemon, paprika, salt and pepper. Mix together until creamy and well-combined.

3) Mix it all together: Finely chop the egg whites until it is to a size of your liking. In a bowl fold yolk dressing with egg whites, red onion, celery and chives.

4) Serve and enjoy! Serve egg salad with crackers or as an egg salad sandwich between two toasted pieces of bread and some lettuce for extra nutrition.