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    Egg Salad with Greek Yogurt, No Mayo

    by Patti Estep · May 21, 2021

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    Egg salad with yogurt on a whole grain bun

    Egg salad is a traditional staple any time of year. However, if you are looking to cut some fat and calories try this easy egg salad with Greek yogurt recipe for a tasty healthier option.

    Egg salad in a bowl with flat leaf parsley decoration in the middle

    I've made egg salad with mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper for years. However, when I realized that there was a way to make Greek yogurt taste more like mayo, I decided to try it for a healthier low calorie, lower fat option.

    Chopped up boiled eggs in a green bowl.

    What Kind of Eggs Should You Use?

    Eggs that are not extremely fresh are easier to peel. This not to say that old eggs are good to eat. In fact, there is a simple water freshness test to see if the eggs that have been in the fridge for a while are even worth eating. Basically, a floating egg is not good at all.

    How to Boil Eggs for Peeling

    This is always a chore. The good news is that these eggs are going to be chopped up so there is less of a concern about peeling them perfectly as you might for deviled eggs. Still you want the process to be easy if possible. There are many options out there and I've tried a few. However, I always go back to Julia Child's method, and most of the time it works for me.

    Greek yogurt egg salad sandwich with dill pickles on the side.

    Using Yogurt vs Mayo

    Greek yogurt is thick like mayonnaise but it's quite tart. To help tone down the tartness I've added a bit of sugar and vinegar. I've also added some fresh flat-leaf parsley for additional flavor. I think other herbs like fresh dill, thyme, or tarragon would also taste great in this recipe.

    Low calorie egg salad on a whole wheat bun with dill pickles on the side.

    Does it taste like egg salad with mayo? No, It definitely tastes different. However, I thought it still tasted really good. So, if you are looking for some healthier alternatives this one fits the bill.

    More Great Salad Recipes

    • Lemony Chicken Salad
    • Classic Tuna Salad
    • Crab Shrimp and Rice Salad
    Greek yogurt egg salad on a whole wheat roll with pickles on the side
    Egg salad in a bowl with flat leaf parsley decoration in the middle

    Egg Salad with Greek Yogurt

    This egg salad is made with Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a fresher healthier option everyone will love.
    4.30 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 30 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 40 minutes mins
    Course Salad Recipes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 332 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 eggs
    • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
    • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
    • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
    • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat leaf parsley

    Instructions
     

    • Boil eggs and cool in ice water.
    • Combine yogurt, mustard, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, and parsley.
    • Peel eggs and chop them into small pieces
    • Combine chopped eggs with yogurt mix.
    • Serve on buns, toast, or with crackers.
    • Refrigerate leftovers.

    Notes

    Using yogurt may result in some wateriness. Just pour off the water if the salad has just been made within the last day or two. Otherwise, if it looks off and is watery then it's time to throw the egg salad away.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 332kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 13gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 23gCholesterol: 384mgSodium: 649mgSugar: 1g

    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. This information comes from online calculators. Although attempts have been made to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.

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    About Patti Estep

    Patti is the creator of Hearth and Vine, a home and garden blog filled with projects to inspire your creative side. She loves crafting, gardening, decorating and entertaining at her home in Pennsylvania. When she is not working on a project at home or searching for treasures at nurseries and thrift stores with her girlfriends, you’ll probably find her with family and friends, at a restaurant, or home party enjoying new and different food adventures.

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