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Caper Egg Salad

The briny essence of capers complements the creaminess of the eggs, elevating the salad to a whole new level of deliciousness.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 3

Equipment

  • 1 large sauce pan
  • 1 mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 6 boiled eggs
  • 1/4 cup mayo
  • Squeeze of lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon caper brine
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 1 green onion chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place eggs in a sauce pan in a single layer. Cover with water and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
  • Cook to your desired level of doneness. For medium boiled, cook for 7-8 minutes. Hard boiled 8-10 minutes.
  • Immediately place in ice bath until cool enough to handle.
  • While eggs are cooling, chop the parsley and green onion.
  • Peel eggs and chop them into small crumbly pieces.
  • Place in a mixing bowl along with remaining ingredients.
  • With a large spoon, mix to combine ingredients until creamy.
  • Serve on top of toasted bread or crackers and garnish with more parsley (optional).
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