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Scandinavian Egg Salad Sandwich

Love egg salad? Then you have to try my Scandinavian egg salad sandwich on rye bread. This open sandwich uses fresh free range eggs, combined with fresh apple, radish and dill, for a great tasting egg sandwich that’s a joy to eat.

wooden board topped with triangles of whole wheat bread topped with Scandinavian egg salad and sliced radishes garnished with freshly chopped dill

I love egg mayonnaise sandwiches, it’s my favourite sandwich filling, however I’m very fussy about how it’s prepared. No thank you to big chunky pieces of solid egg white, the egg has to be properly mashed up.

I first enjoyed this Scandinavian egg salad sandwich at a local Danish cafe close to my home. This simple egg salad is beautifully fresh, with a hit of herb and served on a rye bread. When I first tasted this Scandinavian version I was intrigued to see if it would work.

The sharpness of the apple and radish work well with the egg and fresh dill and elevated the humble egg sandwich to a different level. Adding apple cider vinegar and Greek yogurt, rather than purely mayonnaise, adds a nice acidity to the mixture, which cuts through the mayonnaise and egg.

This is one of the best egg salad sandwich recipes, something a little different, so why not give it a try.

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • Quick and easy to make in less than 15 minutes.
  • With a few simple ingredients you can really elevate the flavours of a humble egg salad sandwich.
  • Leftover egg salad can be stored in the fridge for 1-2 days.

How to make an egg salad sandwich

  • Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Heat on the stove until boiling, then turn down to medium high and boil the eggs for 8 minutes. After 8 minutes drain the eggs and run them under cold water. Peel the eggs and chop them up in a bowl.
  • Grate the apple and the radish then fold into some kitchen paper. Squeeze gently to remove any excess water and then add to the bowl with the egg, along with the chopped dill.
wooden board topped with triangles of whole wheat bread topped with Scandinavian egg salad and sliced radishes garnished with freshly chopped dill and 2 fresh eggs set alongside
  • Add the vinegar, mayonnaise and Greek yogurt to the eggs and stir gently to combine.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve on top of rye bread with a garnish of finely sliced radish and some fresh dill.

TOP TIP: Don’t skip the step where you squeeze the excess liquid out of the grated apple and radish as this avoids watery egg salad.

Egg salad sandwich ingredients

egg salad recipe ingredients set into small bowls
  • EGGS: I use 4 large free range eggs which will serve 2-3.
  • APPLE: Use a firm eating apple, my preference is a Granny Smith as I like the sharpness, but a Pink Lady of Fuji apple would work too.
  • RADISH: Use any type of radish and grate it before squeezing out any excess liquid.
  • FRESH HERBS: I like to use freshly chopped dill, but you could also substitute with other fresh herbs like chives, parsley, basil or tarragon if you prefer.
  • DRESSING: Rather than just use mayonnaise to dress the eggs in this salad recipe, I use mayonnaise combined with apple cider vinegar and thick Greek yogurt which add a touch of acidity.
  • SEASONING: I keep the seasoning simple with a little sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
close up image of whole wheat bread topped with Scandinavian egg salad and sliced radishes garnished with freshly chopped dill

Recipe variations

  • For added crunch add slices of fresh apple and radish which look good on an open sandwich as I’ve done in the photos.
  • Swap the dark rye bread, for pumpernickel, or any other bread or cracker of your choice.
  • Thinly sliced spring onion or cucumber also work with the apple if you don’t have any radish in the fridge or garden.
  • If you don’t like apple or radish, add some finely diced dill pickles instead. Pickles will work with the egg and the dill to add a nice crunchy element. Just ensure you drain them thoroughly on some kitchen paper before adding to the egg mix.
  • Don’t like dill? Then fresh basil, chives, parsley or tarragon would work equally well as a substitute.
  • Love mustard, then stir through a teaspoon of Dijon or wholegrain mustard.
wooden board topped with triangles of whole wheat bread topped with Scandinavian egg salad and sliced radishes garnished with freshly chopped dill

Recipe hints & tips

  1. A potato masher is the quickest method for mashing up boiled eggs, alternatively use a fork.
  2. Don’t skip the step where you drain off the excess liquid from the apple and radish or you will end up with watery egg salad.
  3. Gluten free: to made a gluten free egg salad sandwich, swap the dark rye bread for gluten free bread, crispbreads or crackers.
  4. Allergy advice: this sandwich is soya free and nut free. For comprehensive and detailed allergy advice go to Allergy UK.

FAQs

What is an open sandwich?

An open sandwich is a sandwich where you only use one slice of bread on the bottom and don’t put a second slice of bread on top the sandwich filling.

How healthy is egg salad sandwich?

Eggs are really good for you and I’ve balanced out this sandwich by adding a little mayonnaise, but also adding in Greek yogurt and apple cider vinegar, which allows me to cut back on the mayo.

Is egg mayonnaise the same as egg salad?

Yes, they are the same thing, what you call it depends on where you come from. I prefer to call this egg salad, as I’ve added more than just egg and mayonnaise to the recipe.

How long do you boil eggs for an egg salad sandwich?

I like to hard boil my eggs, so I bring them to the boil and boil them for 8 minutes to ensure they are cooked through. I love a runny yolk in a bacon sandwich, but not when making egg mayonnaise.

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wooden board topped with triangles of whole wheat bread topped with Scandinavian egg salad and sliced radishes garnished with freshly chopped dill

Scandinavian Egg Salad Sandwich

Scandinavian egg salad makes the best open sandwich on dark rye bread. Free range egg, combined with fresh apple, radish and dill, a joy to eat.
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 13 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 359kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 large free range eggs
  • 1 green apple (peeled and grated)
  • 3 radish (grated)
  • 1 small handful chopped fresh dill (3-4 sprigs)
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp thick Greek yogurt
  • salt & pepper
  • 2 slices rye bread

Instructions

  • Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Heat on the stove until boiling, then turn down to medium high and boil the eggs for 8 minutes. After 8 minutes drain the eggs and run them under cold water. Peel the eggs and chop them up in a bowl.
  • Grate the apple and the radish then fold into some kitchen paper. Squeeze gently to remove any excess water and then add to the bowl with the egg, along with the chopped dill.
  • Add the vinegar, mayonnaise and Greek yogurt to the eggs and stir gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve on top of rye bread.
Nutrition Facts
Scandinavian Egg Salad Sandwich
Amount Per Serving
Calories 359 Calories from Fat 180
% Daily Value*
Fat 20g31%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Trans Fat 0.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g
Monounsaturated Fat 6g
Cholesterol 334mg111%
Sodium 415mg18%
Potassium 305mg9%
Carbohydrates 29g10%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 11g12%
Protein 15g30%
Vitamin A 575IU12%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 90mg9%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

• Please note that the nutrition information provided above is approximate and meant as a guideline only •

Course : Lunch
Cuisine : British, Scandinavian
Keyword : best egg salad sandwich, classic egg salad sandwich, egg salad sandwich ingredients, traditional egg salad
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5 from 6 votes (3 ratings without comment)

Cat

Saturday 29th of April 2023

I love an egg sandwich and this is a great way of elevating them and making them special and even tastier.

Lesley

Monday 1st of May 2023

Thank you Cat, the addition of dill, apple and radish work so well with the egg.

Janice

Friday 28th of April 2023

I love how the flavour of the dill really enhances the egg salad. And it is so delicious on rye bread. Thanks for this delicious recipe.

Lesley

Friday 28th of April 2023

Thank you Janice, I totally agree, the dill works so well with the egg.

Chloe

Thursday 27th of April 2023

Such a great spin on a classic. I love an open faced sandwich, they can be easier to eat and I can fit more fillings in/on!

Lesley

Friday 28th of April 2023

Exactly Chloe, you can load an open sandwich up nicely!

Corrie

Thursday 19th of September 2019

I love egg mayo with dill pickle, so am definitely going to give this one a try - sounds gorgeous!

Lesley

Thursday 19th of September 2019

Hi Corrie, this is a perfect combination for anyone who loves egg and dill! I hope you enjoy. Lesley x

5 from 6 votes (3 ratings without comment)