Description
This classic Weight Watchers Egg Salad is a light and healthy twist on traditional egg salad, featuring low-fat mayonnaise and a flavorful blend of paprika, mustard, and green onions for a deliciously creamy, protein-packed dish that’s perfect for sandwiches or as a standalone meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Eggs
- 4 medium eggs
Salad Mixture
- 2 tablespoons fat free or low fat mayonnaise
- 2 green onions (spring onions), chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon yellow mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the Eggs: Place the eggs in a saucepan and add enough cold water to just cover them. Bring the water to a rapid boil over medium-high heat.
- Remove from Heat: Once boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat source immediately.
- Let Eggs Sit: Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 12 minutes to cook through.
- Cool the Eggs: After 12 minutes, carefully remove the eggs from the hot water and cool them under cold running water to stop the cooking process.
- Peel the Eggs: Once cooled, peel the eggs carefully to avoid breaking them up too much.
- Chop the Eggs: Chop the peeled eggs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a medium-sized bowl along with the chopped green onions.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, mix together the fat free or low fat mayonnaise, paprika, and yellow mustard until well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir the mayonnaise mixture into the chopped eggs and green onions until evenly coated.
- Season and Serve: Add salt and pepper to taste, then serve your egg salad with an extra sprinkling of paprika on top for garnish.
Notes
- For creamier texture, feel free to adjust the mayonnaise quantity slightly.
- Use fresh eggs for the best flavor and texture.
- Serve on whole wheat bread or lettuce wraps for a healthier sandwich option.
- This egg salad can be refrigerated for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- If you prefer a bit of crunch, consider adding chopped celery or pickles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: egg salad, weight watchers, healthy egg salad, low fat egg salad, easy egg salad recipe, quick egg salad
