Egg Salad for a Crowd
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 50 sandwiches
Description:
This Egg Salad for a Crowd recipe is perfect for feeding a large group with ease. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or need a quick snack for a hungry gathering, this recipe from Taste of Home magazine is sure to satisfy. You can also scale down the ingredients to make a smaller batch if needed.

Ingredients:
- 3 dozen hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 6 celery ribs, finely chopped
- 3 medium carrots, finely chopped
- 3 green peppers, finely chopped
- 3 onions, finely chopped
- 3/4 cup sliced ripe olives
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 3 cups mayonnaise
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon ground mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce leaves, for garnish
- Cherry tomatoes, for garnish
- Additional hard-boiled eggs, sliced (optional)
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup sweet or dill relish (optional)
Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped hard-boiled eggs, celery, carrots, green peppers, onions, sliced olives, and parsley.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, milk, ground mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Pour the mayonnaise mixture over the egg and vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine until everything is evenly coated.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
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When ready to serve, garnish the egg salad with lettuce leaves, cherry tomatoes, and additional sliced hard-boiled eggs if desired.
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To make sandwiches, spread about 1/3 cup of the egg salad mixture onto one slice of bread and top with another slice of bread.
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Yield: This recipe yields approximately 50 sandwiches, making it ideal for large gatherings.
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Note: For a bit of extra flavor, consider adding 1/4 to 1/2 cup of sweet or dill relish to the egg salad mixture before refrigerating.
This Egg Salad for a Crowd recipe is not only delicious but also convenient for preparing ahead of time, ensuring you have a delightful dish ready to serve when your guests arrive. Perfect for brunches, quick lunches, or any occasion where you need to feed a hungry group with minimal effort. Enjoy making and sharing this hearty egg salad recipe from “Love With Recipes”! 🥪