Egg Salad Sandwich for One (or More)

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Most of our recipes are for two people plus leftovers. This egg salad sandwich recipe is scaled down. It serves one and does not provide leftovers. What’s great though is it is easily scalable to serve two or more.

Some recipes just quietly become a part of your routine—and this egg salad is one of them for me. I’ve been making it for over ten years now, and it originally came from a feature in Real Simple called “Healthy Snacks for Every Attack.” This one was listed under “Snacks for the Car,” but let me be honest—I’ve never actually eaten it in the car. For me, this has always been a favorite lunch sandwich or afternoon snack.

Here’s what I do: at the beginning of the week, I hard boil 5 eggs. Then they chill overnight and I have lunch set for several days. Each morning, I’ll mash one up and mix in the other ingredients and have my lunch for that day. It’s quick, satisfying, and full of protein.

Jump to:

• Getting Started
• Ingredient Recommendations
• Ingredient Alternatives
• Finishing Touches
• Pairings
• Leftovers
• Recipe

Getting Started

Like I shared above, I highly recommend making a batch of hard-boiled eggs ahead of time. If you don’t have a hard-boiled egg ready, you’ll need to start that first. Here’s our hard-boiled eggs recipe.

Next, peel your hard-boiled egg and continue with the recipe.

Egg Salad Sandwich Ingredient Recommendations

Celery Salt

You’ll find this in the spice aisle at any grocery store. I’ve used both name brands and store brands, and honestly, they all work fine.

Bread

Use whatever you have on hand, but if you want something really special, check out our recommended easy bread recipe filed under “Easy Recipes.” You can toast the bread for a little extra crunch.

Serving on a croissant would be an excellent choice as well.

Egg Salad Sandwich Ingredient Alternatives

Gluten-Free Option

To make this recipe gluten-free, omit the bread or use your favorite gluten-free alternative.

Egg Salad Sandwich Finishing Touches

The measurements are shared as a guide. I’ve made this so many times I barely measure anymore—I go by eye and taste. The recipe is forgiving, so make it your own. 

Pairings

This recipe pairs well with:

• Brunch
• Lunch
• Mother’s Day Brunch or Lunch
• Tea Party
• Picnic

Leftovers

This is best made fresh and eaten in the moment.

This one’s been in my recipe rotation for years, and I still love, love, love it. Sometimes, simple is best. Let me know if you give it a try!