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    Published: Jul 10, 2021 by Slow The Cook Down

    Buffalo Egg Salad

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    Liven up your lunchtimes with this buffalo egg salad recipe. Creamy mayo egg salad is made with spicy buffalo sauce and crunchy celery for a bite full of texture and flavor.

    A buffalo egg sandwich with lettuce.

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    Say goodbye to boring egg salad and get some flavor into your life. This buffalo egg salad is tangy and creamy with just the right amount of spice.

    Serve in sandwiches or wraps for a quick and easy lunch, or keep things low carb and serve in lettuce wraps or add to salads for a burst of flavor.

    Be sure to try my Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps and Buffalo Tuna Salad too!

    Why you will love this recipe!

    • Quick and easy: Just hard boil the eggs, peel and mix everything together.
    • Make ahead: This is great for make ahead lunches to enjoy throughout the week.
    • Dietary info: This is a super tasty recipe and great for anyone following low carb or keto diets. It's got a good amount of protein and is vegetarian friendly.
    Buffalo egg salad in a bowl with fresh chives on top.

    Ingredients

    • Eggs: The eggs need to be hard boiled before being lightly mashed and combined with the other ingredients.
    • Celery: Celery stalks and a great crunchy texture to each bite.
    • Buffalo Sauce: Tangy and spicy, buffalo sauce adds a wonderful flavor to this egg salad.
    • Mayonnaise: Use a regular mayonnaise rather than low fat as it will hold together better. Low fat mayo can be quite runny.
    • Ranch Dressing: Ranch and buffalo go together so well. It adds a nice herby freshness and helps to balance out the heat.
    • Chives: Chopped chives add a nice freshness and pop of color. You can use other herbs like cilantro, parsley or dill.

    How to make buffalo egg salad

    Be sure to scroll down for the full recipe!

    • Boil and mash the eggs (photo 1).
    • Add the rest of the ingredients (photo 2).
    • Stir to combine (photo 3).
    The step by step photos to show how to make the recipe.

    How to boil eggs

    The eggs for this salad need to be hard boiled. I find the easiest way to do this is to pop them into a pan of cold water, nearly fully covered, then bring them to a boil. Once the water is at a rolling boil, turn the heat off and place the lid on the pot. Let the eggs sit for 10 minutes before placing into iced water to let them cool before peeling.

    Here's a few other methods to boil your eggs:

    • Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs
    • Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
    • Slow Cooker Hard Boiled Eggs

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does it keep?

    This buffalo egg salad will keep well for around 4 to 5 days. Keep it covered in the fridge to keep it fresh. It shouldn't be kept at room temperature for more than a couple of hours as this can cause bacteria to grow.

    How spicy is it?

    The mayonnaise and ranch dressing in this recipe help to balance out the heat from the buffalo sauce. It has a slight tang and a hint of heat but it's not overly spicy at all.

    Why is it runny?

    If your egg salad is super runny, it might be because the eggs are over cooked, or if it's been sitting for a while. Make sure that the eggs are cold too before mashing them so that they don't create steam.

    If you find that it's too runny, you can mix in a tablespoon of fine breadcrumbs or even a diced cooked potato to soak up excess moisture.

    Egg salad in a blue bowl garnished with chopped chives.

    Recipe Notes and Tips

    • Take care not to overcook your eggs or they can be rubbery and watery.
    • Let the eggs cool fully before mashing and mixing with the other ingredients.
    • Keep covered and refrigerated.

    More Buffalo Recipes

    • Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
    • Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Shells
    • Pineapple & Buffalo Meatballs
    • Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

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    Buffalo egg salad served in a sandwich with fresh lettuce.

    Buffalo Egg Salad

    Liven up your lunchtimes with this buffalo egg salad recipe. Creamy mayo egg salad is made with spicy buffalo sauce and crunchy celery for a bite full of texture and flavor.
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    Course: Salad, Sandwich
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 214kcal
    Author: Slow The Cook Down

    Ingredients

    • 12 large eggs
    • pinch salt and pepper
    • 3 celery stalks
    • ½ cup buffalo sauce
    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
    • 1 tablespoon chopped chives

    Instructions

    • Add the eggs to a pan of cold water. The eggs should be covered ¾ of the way.
    • Bring the pot to a rolling boil.
    • Turn off the heat and cover the pot with a lid for 10 minutes.
    • Place the eggs in a bowl of iced water and allow them to cool.
    • Once cool peel the eggs and place in a large bowl. Gently mash them with a fork.
    • Add the rest of the ingredients to the bowl and stir to combine.

    Notes

    • Take care not to overcook your eggs or they can be rubbery and watery.
    • Let the eggs cool fully before mashing and mixing with the other ingredients.
    • Keep covered and refrigerated.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 333mg | Sodium: 854mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 514IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2mg
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