Dinner Tonight: Egg Salad with Fennel

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
5%
Dinner Tonight: Egg Salad with Fennel
45 min.
4
345kcal

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Looking for a delightful and satisfying dish that’s perfect for any meal? Look no further than this Egg Salad with Fennel! This recipe is not only vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, but it also brings a refreshing twist to a classic favorite. With its creamy texture and vibrant flavors, this egg salad is sure to impress your family and friends.

The star of this dish is the fennel, which adds a unique anise-like flavor and a delightful crunch that elevates the traditional egg salad experience. Combined with the richness of perfectly boiled eggs and a zesty homemade mayonnaise dressing, this salad is a harmonious blend of taste and texture. The addition of fresh lemon juice and zest brightens the dish, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch or a side dish at dinner.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious meal that serves four, making it ideal for gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Whether you serve it on toast or enjoy it on its own, this Egg Salad with Fennel is a nutritious option that packs a punch of flavor while keeping things simple and wholesome. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.5  fennel bulb finely chopped
  •  garlic clove 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoon lemon zest grated
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise homemade

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Place eggs in a medium pan and cover with cold water. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
  2. Drain water and run eggs under cold water until no longer hot. Peel and chop the eggs.
  3. Mince garlic clove and smash with a pinch of salt into a paste.
  4. Whisk into the mayonnaise along with the lemon juice, zest, mustard, and fresh black pepper. Season to taste.
  5. Stir chopped fennel into the dressing, then gently stir in the eggs.
  6. Serve on toast with the fennel fronds sprinkled over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Calories345kcal
Protein15.56%
Fat80.16%
Carbs4.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.25
Glycemic Load
0.71
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
13.938695518867%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.5mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:345.41kcal
17.27%
Fat:30.57g
47.03%
Saturated Fat:6.44g
40.24%
Carbohydrates:3.67g
1.22%
Net Carbohydrates:2.63g
0.96%
Sugar:1.82g
2.02%
Cholesterol:383.76mg
127.92%
Sodium:348.95mg
15.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:13.35g
26.71%
Vitamin K:64.34µg
61.28%
Selenium:32.09µg
45.84%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.9%
Phosphorus:221.36mg
22.14%
Vitamin B5:1.66mg
16.64%
Vitamin B12:0.92µg
15.39%
Vitamin E:2.15mg
14.33%
Folate:57.22µg
14.31%
Vitamin D:2.06µg
13.71%
Vitamin A:598.83IU
11.98%
Iron:2.06mg
11.46%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.94%
Zinc:1.41mg
9.4%
Potassium:274.24mg
7.84%
Calcium:75.61mg
7.56%
Vitamin C:5.85mg
7.09%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.2%
Copper:0.1mg
5.04%
Magnesium:18.34mg
4.59%
Fiber:1.04g
4.16%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.39%
Vitamin B3:0.28mg
1.4%