This Ensalada de Huevo recipe is bound to become one of your favorite egg salads. The combination of hard boiled eggs, ricotta & cottage cheese is amazing! It tastes very fresh with a hint of buttery flavor. SO GOOD!
Hello my friends! I know this is not a typical Mexican egg salad but I think you’ll love it and must try it. Everyone should have a recipe for healthy egg salad and this is it!
Instead of the mayonnaise I opted for ricotta and cottage cheese. It resulted in a creamy and buttery tasting egg salad plus is loaded with protein. It’s one of those dishes that you can make ahead and use when needed.
Why you’ll love it
- Balanced nutrition: This egg salad provides lots of protein, essential vitamins and healthy fats.
- Quick and easy: It’s perfect for meal prepping. With minimal preparation, you can whip up a batch in no time!
- It’s customizable. Add more veggies if you want for extra texture. Celery is a great option!
Ingredients
There’s not much to this recipe but the result is amazing! It’s hard to believe that something so simple can be so delicious.
- Hard boiled eggs – You can cook these the day of or ahead of time.
- Celery – adds a nice crunch and fresh taste.
- Part-skim ricotta cheese and low fat cottage cheese
- Pickled jalapeños and some of its juice
- Kosher salt & fresh pepper
- Fresh thyme chives, or rosemary work too
- To serve: tostadas, saltines or over toast.
How To Make Ensalada De Huevo
- Start by making the hard boiled eggs. This can be done a day or two in advanced. If you need help on how to do it, here is my method for foolproof boiled eggs.
- Then peel and chop into small pieces.
- In a medium bowl, place all of the ingredients. Using a fork or spatula, mix everything together until combined.
- Mix everything and taste for salt & fresh pepper. Adjust according to taste.
Serving Suggestions
Serve ensalada de huevo over tostadas, toast, on a bed of crisp lettuce leaves or as a side dish for your favorite main dish. Another option is to scoop some salad into halved avocado or tomato halves. Garnish with a sprinkle of black pepper or fresh to enhance the flavors.
This salad is so simple but delicious and it doesn’t need much to be enjoyed.
How to Store
- Fridge: To store place in an airtight container and promptly refrigerate. Consume within 3-4 days for the best taste and texture. Give it a gentle stir before serving leftovers to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
- Freezer: Freezing egg salad is not recommended, as the texture and consistency of mayonnaise-based dressings tend to change upon thawing.
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I hope you like this recipe! Do you have any questions I can help you with? Or if you made it, I would love it if you leave a comment or rating below.
Gracias!!!! xx, Ana
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Ensalada De Huevo
Ingredients
- 4 hard boiled eggs finely chopped
- 1 large celery stalk finely chopped
- ½ cup part-skim ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup low fat cottage cheese
- ¼ cup pickled jalapeños finely chopped
- 2 Tablespoons pickled jalapeños juice
- Kosher salt & fresh pepper to taste
- 3 teaspoons fresh thyme chives, or rosemary work too
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, place all of the ingredients. Using a fork or spatula, mix everything together until combined.4 hard boiled eggs, 1 large celery stalk, ½ cup part-skim ricotta cheese, ¼ cup low fat cottage cheese, ¼ cup pickled jalapeños , 2 Tablespoons pickled jalapeños juice, Kosher salt & fresh pepper to taste, 3 teaspoons fresh thyme
- Add kosher salt & fresh pepper to taste.
- Serve over tostadas, toast, or as a side dish for your favorite main dish. Top with avocado and herbs.
Muy Delish Notes:
- I’m using bread that is only 45 calories per slice. The macro-nutrients below will change if you use a higher calorie bread.
- How to make hard boiled eggs: In a small pot, place water enough to cover the eggs (don’t add the eggs yet), bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the eggs gently and cook for 15 minutes making sure the water is continue to boil slowly. Drain, cool in ice water and peel.
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Nutrition
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**This post was originally published on May 2019. It has been updated to be more helpful.
Best egg salad ever. Really. The ingredients lighten up the egg flavor and texture in a really good way. I can’t wait to share it with others.
Add the jalapenos and jalapeno juice gradually, I thought this was pretty spicy. And, go easy on the salt … this doesn’t require as much salt as “regular” egg salad.
Thank you, S!!!
Never tried egg salad this way before. Looks so delicious. Thanks alot for sharing.
Thank you, Kushigalu!!!
This egg salad is the best I’ve tried, so delicious! We will be making it again very soon!
Thank you, Rita!!!
I love these eggs so much! I really loved serving it on toast! Thank you!
Thank you, Ned!!!
The cottage cheese was a great addition. Thanks!
Thank you, Ann!!!
This egg salad recipe is so good! I love the use of ricotta cheese – it adds a unique flavor profile for this salad!
Thank you, DK!!!
3 tablespoons of thyme seems overpowering. Did I miss something. Thx! Ray
HI Ray, it should be 3 teaspoons of fresh thyme. My bad 🙁 . The recipe card has been updated. Thanks for the heads up!
xo, Ana
Great and simple egg salad recipe
Thank you Ramiro! I love simple recipes! Thanks for stopping by!
I love such dishes that can be served as a party snack or as a breakfast! Love it!
Me too! And better if they’re healthy right?
Such a great idea! Perfect for appetizers or breakfast.
Thank you so much Matt! I really like it for both too. Have a great one!
I never thought of using ricotta in egg salad, that is an awesome idea! I will try this soon!
I started using it on this salad and I’m so hooked! I hope you give it a try!
I have a secret obsession with egg salad and absolutely need to try with ricotta!
If you like regular egg salads you’ll love this one! Let me know if you try it.
Thanks is really good!!!
I’m so happy you like it! Thank you!
I have to admit, I’m not generally a fan of egg salad, though I do like eggs – I think it’s mainly I’m not much of a fan of mayo. But the idea of mixing in ricotta definitely appeals to make it more something I’d enjoy.
Yeah I’m not a fan of mayo either so this is a great alternative. I’m glad you like the version!
This egg salad sandwich is delicious Ana! Thank you for sharing such great recipes, keep them coming!
It is so good! Kind of mild but healthy and delicious too! Thank you Brenda!
I love this !! Is delicious!!! ❤❤❤
I’m so happy you like it Elisa! Thank you!
Omg I’m going to make this asap! The creaminess part sounds delicious! I dont like mayo so this is perfect for me. Thanks!
Thank you!