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Egg Salad Lettuce Boats Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

Egg Salad Lettuce Boats are a fresh and healthy low-carb alternative to traditional egg salad sandwiches. Creamy, flavorful egg salad made with hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, mustard, and fresh herbs is served in crisp romaine or butter lettuce leaves. Perfect for a light lunch, snack, or appetizer, these boats are protein-packed and easy to prepare with no cooking required beyond boiling eggs.

Ingredients

Egg Salad

  • 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Lettuce Boats

  • 8 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves
  • Paprika, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the egg salad: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped chives, and parsley. Stir well to create a creamy and evenly mixed egg salad.
  2. Season the mixture: Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly to balance the flavors to your preference.
  3. Prepare the lettuce leaves: Rinse the romaine or butter lettuce leaves under cold water, then pat them dry gently with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  4. Assemble the lettuce boats: Spoon an even amount of the prepared egg salad into the center of each lettuce leaf, distributing the filling evenly among all eight leaves.
  5. Add garnish and serve: Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of paprika over the filled lettuce boats for added color and a hint of smoky flavor. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp freshness of the lettuce with the creamy egg salad.

Notes

  • Add diced celery or pickles to the egg salad for extra crunch and tanginess.
  • Substitute part or all of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier version.
  • Keep the egg salad refrigerated until ready to assemble and serve to maintain freshness.
  • For added flavor, consider mixing in a little smoked paprika or curry powder to the egg salad.
  • The lettuce boats are best enjoyed fresh as the leaves may wilt if prepared too far in advance.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/egg-salad-lettuce-boats-recipe/