Smoked Egg Salad
On October 07, 2024
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This Smoked Egg Salad is bursting with flavor. Make it ahead of time to serve as a side or yummy sandwich filler at your next outdoor event.
Smoked Egg Salad
I’m always looking for ways to put a new twist on classic dishes, and this Smoked Egg Salad does just that. While it still has all the rich, tangy of traditional egg salad, and the crunch of chopped dill pickle, However, by smoking the eggs first, you get an egg salad with a deep smoky flavor. The creamy mayo gets a boost or flavor from my Zesty Gold BBQ Sauce, while select herbs and spices add the finishing touches. What you get is an egg salad that tastes nostalgic and brand new all at once. Whether you serve it as a salad to complement those heavy meats, or you want to whip up some tasty sandwiches, this Smoked Egg Salad has you covered. So fire up the smoker, grab your egg carton, and let’s get started.
Ingredients for this Recipe
One of the best things about this Smoked Egg Salad is how you transform a handful of simple ingredients into something irresistible. You likely have most of these items in your fridge or pantry already, so you can whip it up any time that craving strikes. Here’s what to gather so you’re ready to start:
- 12 eggs
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Zesty Gold BBQ Sauce
- ¼ cup dill pickles (diced)
- 2 Tablespoons Italian flat-leaf parsley (optional)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (as a garnish)
Variations and Substitutions
One of the best things about this Smoked Egg Salad is once you have the basics down, you can customize it. You can swap out the mayo for Greek yogurt, if you want a healthier option. You can use sweet pickles instead of dill, or skip them if you don’t love pickles. I’ve even got an alternate dressing you can try, if you want to branch out:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tablespoons stone ground coarse mustard
- 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Hey Grill Hey Sweet Rub
- ¼ cup sweet pickles (diced)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (as a garnish)
How Long to Smoke Eggs
To help your eggs take on as much of that mouthwatering smoke as possible, you want to smoke them for at least 30 minutes at 175 degrees F. I smoked the eggs for my salad in my Camp Chef Woodwind Pro 24, but you can make them on any smoker that runs at this temperature. If you’re not sure what level of smoke you want, start on the low end and taste test. You can always add more smoke, but you can’t take it away.
How to Make Egg Salad on the Smoker
Now that you’ve got your ingredients ready, you’re just a few simple steps away from some rich, creamy Smoked Egg Salad. Follow these easy instructions, then prepare for the bite of your life:
- Hard boil eggs. Before you infuse your eggs with all that deep, smoky flavor, you need to hard boil them first. If you want to learn an awesome way to hard boil eggs right on your grill, then check out this post. While your eggs are boiling, get your smoker preheating so it’s ready once your eggs are cooled and peeled.
- Smoke eggs. Place your peeled eggs directly on your smoker grates, and close the lid. You want to give your eggs at least 30 minutes to soak in all that smoky goodness, but you can go up to an hour. I love as much smoke as I can get, so I tend to go on the longer side. It’s totally up to you.
- Make dressing. Grab yourself a medium-size bowl, and combine your mayonnaise, Zesty Gold BBQ Sauce, and diced pickles. This combo creates a creamy, tangy base that complements the smoky eggs insanely well.
- Chop eggs and combine. Allow your smoked eggs to cool to room temperature, then chop them up and stir them into the dressing. If you like a smoother salad, then you can dice your eggs. Once everything is incorporated, you’ll want to dig in, but resist. I’ve got some finishing tips for you.
- Garnish, serve, and enjoy. Give your egg salad a sprinkle of diced Italian flat-leaf parsley and some smoked paprika. These garnishes add some herby notes, and a pop of color that makes your salad easy on the eyes. Grab some bread for sandwiches, or enjoy it as-is.
Serving Suggestions
This Smoked Egg Salad is super versatile, making it perfect for all kinds of occasions. Not only does this smoky salad take your sandwiches from forgettable to legendary, it’s creamy and refreshing all on its own as a side for your BBQ meats. You can even serve it as a dip with some crunchy veggie sticks. It’s super easy to make this recipe ahead so you can dish it out at any gathering. Just make sure to keep your egg salad chilled, even when serving. No matter how you enjoy your egg salad, this recipe is a game-changer.
Storing Egg Salad
I highly recommend making extra Smoked Egg Salad, so you can enjoy it for a few more days. Trust me, you’ll regret not having leftovers once your family digs into this creamy salad. To keep your egg salad fresh, store it in an airtight container in your refrigerator. You can enjoy it for up to 4 additional days this way. Just be sure to give it a gentle stir before serving, so you can ensure everything is incorporated. Sprinkle on a little fresh smoked paprika just to make sure your egg salad looks as amazing as it tastes, and you’re ready to serve more mouthwatering sandwiches.
Note on food safety: If you plan on sharing your egg salad at an outdoor event, then be sure you keep it chilled while serving.
More Salad Recipes
Having a go-to side for your grilled meats, like this Smoked Egg Salad, is a must for any backyard BBQ hero. Luckily for you, the Hey Grill Hey App (as well as the Sides section of your recipe library) is loaded with hundreds of sides perfect for any protein. To help kickstart your full BBQ menu, here are a few of my favorite salads to try next (and one is great for sandwiches, too!):
Smoked Egg Salad Recipe
Now that you’ve crack the code on this Smoked Egg Salad, you’ll never go back to that stuff in the deli container again. Don’t forget to give this recipe a 5-star rating, and tell me in the comments how you served it. Make sure you snap a few pictures to share with the rest of us. Tag @heygrillhey on Instagram and Facebook, so we can all get inspired to make something yummy.
If you still need a little inspiration on what to serve with your egg salad, then head over to my YouTube channel. I’ve got instructional videos for all my most popular recipes, so you’re sure to find something to help you become a backyard BBQ hero.
Smoked Egg Salad
Ingredients
- 12 eggs hard boiled
Egg Salad Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cupe Hey Grill Hey Zesty Gold BBQ Sauce
- ¼ cup dill or sweet pickles diced
- 2 Tablespoons Italian flat-leaf parsley garnish
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika garnish
Instructions
- Hard boil eggs. Add fresh eggs to a large pan and cover with 1 inch of cool water. Turn the stove to high heat and cover the pan with a lid. Once the water is boiling, set a timer for 6 minutes. As soon as the timer ends, transfer the eggs to an ice bath to cool. Peel and rinse.12 eggs
- Preheat smoker. Set your smoker to 175 degrees F with your favorite hardwood.
- Smoke the eggs. Place the cooled and peeled eggs on the grill. Smoke for at least 30 minutes, or up to 1 hour if you want more smoke flavor. Remove from the smoker and chill completely.
- Make egg salad dressing. Whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard sauce, and diced pickles.½ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cupe Hey Grill Hey Zesty Gold BBQ Sauce, ¼ cup dill or sweet pickles
- Dice eggs and combine. Chop the hard boiled eggs to desired consistency and mix into the egg salad dressing. Garnish with some Italian flat-leaf parsley, and serve on toast or with crackers.2 Tablespoons Italian flat-leaf parsley, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
