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Bacon-Boosted Egg Salad

Bacon-Boosted Egg Salad blends creamy, tangy yolks with smoky bits of bacon, fresh dill, and a touch of lemon for brightness. The mix of Dijon and yellow mustard adds gentle heat and depth, making it perfect for sandwiches, lettuce wraps, or a picnic spread. Serve it chilled for lunch or as a make-ahead brunch side.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyEasy
Bacon-Boosted Egg Salad
  1. 1

    Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat, and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    At the same time, place the bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain the bacon slices on paper towels.

  4. 4

    Mix the bacon, mayonnaise, green onions, dill, lemon juice, Dijon, and yellow mustard together in a medium bowl.

  5. 5

    Remove the eggs from the hot water, cool them under cold running water, and peel.

  6. 6

    Chop the eggs into 1/4-inch cubes.

  7. 7

    Mix the eggs into the mayonnaise mixture and refrigerate until cold, at least 1 hour.

  8. 8

    Serve.

About This Recipe

Bacon Boosted Egg Salad is an American breakfast recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon Bits, Dijon Mustard, Eggs, and Fresh Dill. Each serving provides about 288.0 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Bacon-Boosted Egg Salad?
It is an American salad recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for breakfast or side dish or lunch or salad.
What is Bacon-Boosted Egg Salad made of?
The main ingredients are Bacon Bits, Dijon Mustard, Eggs, Fresh Dill, Green Onion. The full list of 8 is above.
How long does it take to make Bacon-Boosted Egg Salad?
About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 288.0 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Bacon-Boosted Egg Salad easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 8 steps.

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