Description
These BLT Egg Salad Lettuce Wraps offer a fresh and healthy twist on the classic egg salad by incorporating crispy bacon, juicy tomato, and creamy mayonnaise wrapped in crisp lettuce leaves. Perfect for a quick, light lunch or dinner, this recipe combines savory and tangy flavors with a satisfying crunch, all ready in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
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Egg Salad Mixture
- 4 large eggs, hard-boiled and chopped
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 4 large lettuce leaves (romaine or butter lettuce works well)
Instructions
- Prepare the egg salad mixture: In a large bowl, combine the chopped hard-boiled eggs, crumbled bacon, mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt), Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chopped chives if desired. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly mixed. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
- Assemble the wraps: Lay out the lettuce leaves flat on a clean surface. Spoon a generous amount of the prepared egg salad mixture onto the center of each leaf.
- Top with tomato: Sprinkle a few pieces of diced tomato over the egg salad filling on each lettuce leaf to add freshness and juiciness.
- Wrap and serve: Fold the sides of the lettuce leaf over the filling and gently roll it up to create a wrap. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor as a light and nutritious lunch or dinner option.
Notes
- You can substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter, tangier flavor.
- Hard-boil eggs by placing them in boiling water for about 10 minutes, then cool in ice water before peeling.
- Use sturdy lettuce varieties like romaine or butter lettuce to hold the filling well.
- Add extra crunch by including diced celery or pickles if desired.
- These wraps are best consumed fresh to maintain the crispness of the lettuce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (to boil eggs if not pre-cooked)
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
