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This zippy egg salad spread has all of the flavor and none of the fuss of classic deviled eggs.
Recipe information
Total Time
15 minutes
Yield
Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika, plus more for serving
6 hard-boiled (12-minute) eggs, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 tablespoon sliced chives, plus more for serving
Sliced bread, preferably pumpernickel or rye, cut into triangles, toasted (for serving)
Preparation
Step 1
Mix mayonnaise, Dijon, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and 1/4 tsp. paprika in a medium bowl. Fold in eggs and 1 Tbsp. chives and stir to combine.
Step 2
Spread on toasts, then garnish with chives and a sprinkle of paprika.
Do Ahead
Step 3
Egg salad spread, without chives, can be made 3 days ahead. Store in an airtight container and chill. Fold in chives when ready to serve.
Recipe notes
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