This dill pickle egg salad is creamy, flavorful, and just perfect for a quick and delicious lunch! It has crunchy pickles, fresh dill, and a mayo-yogurt dressing that makes it lighter than traditional egg salads. Serve it over toasted sourdough bread or as part of a sandwich for a simple, nourishing, and satisfying lunch at home!
If you love pickles and are looking for a new way to enjoy them, then be sure to try this dill pickle egg salad! This egg salad is creamy, packed with flavor, very light, and perfect for a quick lunch at home.
You can use the dill pickle egg salad to make homemade egg sandwiches and wraps or just spread it over a toasted slice of sourdough bread. It has quickly become one of my go-to lunches, especially on warm days when I want something light and satisfying.
And if you love fresh dill and pickles as much as I do, I recommend checking out this dill pickle potato salad. It's one of my favorite recipes during summer and perfect for your next barbecue or potluck!
Dill Pickle Egg Salad Ingredients
You'll need the following ingredients to make this dill pickle egg salad:
- Eggs: You can use any type of egg for this recipe. Just make sure that they are medium-sized or large.
- Dill: Fresh dill is one of the key ingredients to make this egg salad taste flavorful and delicious! I highly recommend using fresh dill as it tastes so much more delicious.
- Pickles: Pickles are another important ingredient in this recipe. There are different types of pickles and they all work well in this recipe. I like to use sweet pickles packed in vinegar. Just pick your favorite pickles and use them for this recipe!
- Red onion: Red onion is another must when making an egg salad! As it tastes less harsh than yellow onions, I'd recommend sticking to red onions for this recipe.
- Yogurt: The dressing for the egg salad uses both mayo and yogurt to keep things light without sacrificing flavor or creaminess. Just use plain yogurt for this recipe.
- Mayonnaise: Feel free to use the brand of mayonnaise that you like. As this recipe combines yogurt and mayonnaise to make the egg salad lighter, I'd recommend sticking to regular mayo.
- Dijon mustard: Dijon mustard beautifully adds to the taste of this egg salad, so be sure to use it!
- More fresh herbs (optional): If you love fresh herbs as much as I do, consider using more herbs to make this dill pickle egg salad. Fresh parsley and chives are two favorites of mine when making egg salad!
How to make this dill pickle egg salad
Boil the eggs. First, add some water to a pot and bring it to a boil. Reduce to a gentle boil and add the eggs. Let them cook for 10-12 minutes, then remove and place them in a bowl filled with cold water.
Prepare the dressing. While the eggs cook, chop up all other ingredients and place them in a bowl. Stir until combined.
Combine. When the eggs have cooled off, peel and cut them into cubes. Add them to the dressing and toss until combined. Season with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve. Serve the dill pickle egg salad spread over a slice of toasted bread, as a sandwich, or as a wrap. Enjoy!
Tips & Notes
- Let the eggs cool fully before you use them. They are easier to peel and chop up when they have cooled completely. To make things quicker, you could add some ice cubes to the cold water.
- Add more herbs of your choice to the egg salad. I love salads that use plenty of fresh herbs for lots of delicious flavor! Some favorites of mine are fresh parsley and chives.
- Make things spicy by adding red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper. I definitely love spicy food, so sometimes I like to add red pepper flakes or some cayenne pepper to my salad dressings and sauces. Both taste really delicious in this dill pickle egg salad and are perfect for adding a hint of spice!
How to serve this dill pickle egg salad
- Spread this dill pickle egg salad over a slice of sourdough bread for a quick and delicious meal. It's one of my favorite ways to enjoy this egg salad for either breakfast or lunch. I just toast a slice of rustic bread with some butter or olive oil in my air fryer (please don't judge, it works great! 😄) and then enjoy it with this egg salad. It's super delicious!
- Make classic egg sandwiches or wraps. Another option for serving this dill pickle egg salad is making sandwiches or wraps. Feel free to add some lettuce and other vegetables of your choice when you make sandwiches and wraps!
- Enjoy this egg salad as lettuce cups for a high-protein snack. If you want a very light meal or snack, you could serve this dill pickle egg salad as lettuce cups. It's super quick and easy to make!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, absolutely! They taste amazing in an egg salad. They add tanginess and crunch and make egg salads taste great! If you like pickles, I highly recommend giving this recipe a try!
If you don't like dill, you can use other fresh herbs. Fresh parsley and chives are amazing in this egg salad. Just replace the dill and I'm sure you'll love this recipe!
I don't recommend skipping the mayonnaise in this recipe. It adds flavor and makes the egg salad super creamy and delicious. I recommend using a combination of mayo and yogurt to keep things lighter. If you don't want to use mayonnaise, you could add some other type of creamy ingredient as I did in my avocado egg salad. It's another super delicious and easy egg salad recipe!
You can serve it over rustic bread, make sandwiches, or prepare delicious wraps. Check out the post for more information.
You can store this dill pickle egg salad in an airtight container in your refrigerator for 3-4 days. Give it a stir before using it and enjoy!
More simple and delicious lunch ideas
If you love quick, easy, and nutritious lunch recipes, I recommend checking out the following posts. They are perfect for preparing your lunch ahead of time or during lunch break when you work from home.
Dill Pickle Egg Salad
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- ¼ cup plain yogurt
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ⅓ cup diced pickles
- ½ medium-sized red onion finely diced
- 2 tablespoons chopped dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or chives (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add water to a pot and bring it to a boil. Then reduce to a gentle boil and add the eggs. Let them cook for 10-12 minutes. Remove and place them in a bowl filled with cold water.6 eggs
- While the eggs cook, add all remaining ingredients to a bowl and stir together.¼ cup plain yogurt, ¼ cup mayonnaise, 1 ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard, ⅓ cup diced pickles, ½ medium-sized red onion, 2 tablespoons chopped dill, 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or chives (optional), salt and pepper
- Cube the eggs and add them to the dill pickle dressing. Toss until combined and season with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the dill pickle egg salad spread over a slice of bread, as a sandwich, or as a wrap. Enjoy!
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