Ina Garten Egg Salad Tartines Recipe

This Ina Garten Egg Salad Tartines Recipe is a creamy and fresh dish, which includes extra-large eggs and fresh dill. It’s a great choice for brunch or a light lunch, ready in about 20 minutes.

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Ina Garten Egg Salad Tartines Ingredients

• 6 extra-large eggs
• 3 tablespoons good mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill or chives
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 4 slices rustic bread or baguette, toasted
• Optional toppings: sliced radishes, arugula, microgreens, or a sprinkle of paprika

How To Make Ina Garten Egg Salad Tartines

1. Cook the eggs: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, turn off heat, cover, and let sit for 10–12 minutes.
2. Cool and peel: Transfer eggs to an ice water bath to stop cooking. Once cool, peel and finely chop or mash eggs to your desired consistency.
3. Mix the egg salad: In a bowl, combine eggs with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dill or chives, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to mix well.
4. Toast the bread: Toast slices of rustic bread or baguette until golden and crisp using a toaster, oven, or skillet.
5. Assemble the tartines: Spoon the egg salad generously over each slice of toast. Top with optional ingredients like sliced radishes or microgreens for extra texture and flavor.
6. Serve: Serve immediately at room temperature or slightly warm with a simple side salad or soup.

Recipe Tips

• How to get perfect hard-boiled eggs: Turn off heat once water boils and let sit covered for 10–12 minutes.
• Can I use regular eggs? Yes, large eggs work too—just add one extra if needed.
• What herbs go best? Dill and chives are classic, but tarragon or parsley also work well.
• Best bread to use: Rustic sourdough, multigrain, or baguette slices hold up well and toast beautifully.
• Can I make egg salad ahead of time? Yes, refrigerate for up to 2 days and assemble just before serving.

What To Serve With Egg Salad Tartines

These tartines pair perfectly with simple sides:

• Mixed greens with vinaigrette
• Tomato soup or gazpacho
• Roasted asparagus
• Fresh fruit salad
• Iced tea or sparkling lemonade

How To Store Egg Salad Tartines

Refrigerate: Store prepared egg salad in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Toast bread and assemble tartines fresh for best texture.

Freeze: Not recommended. Egg salad does not freeze well.

Egg Salad Tartines Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 280
• Carbohydrates: 14g
• Protein: 11g
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 210mg
• Sodium: 420mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 2g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and preparation methods.

FAQs

Can I use Greek yogurt instead of mayo?
Yes, it gives a tangy flavor and reduces fat content.

What’s the best way to toast the bread?
Use a skillet with a bit of butter or olive oil for extra flavor.

Can I make this recipe for a crowd?
Yes, double or triple the recipe and serve open-faced for brunch or gatherings.

Do I need to peel warm or cold eggs?
Cold eggs from the ice bath peel more easily.

Can I add pickles or relish?
Yes, chopped pickles add a great tangy crunch.

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