Classic Keto Egg Salad (Chef Keto)

A creamy, savory egg salad tuned for ketogenic goals — simple, satisfying, and built on clean fats and minimal carbs. As Dr. Kobe Keto, I keep this balanced for flavor and macros without sacrificing comfort.

Ingredients

• 8 large hard-boiled eggs, peeled and chopped
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (full-fat, sugar-free) — note: common allergen: egg in mayo
• 2 tbsp sour cream (full-fat)
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp finely chopped dill pickle or 1 tsp pickle relish (low-sugar)
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives (or green onion)
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (optional)
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (or sweet paprika)
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil or melted bacon fat (optional, for extra richness)
• Lettuce leaves or low-carb crackers, for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare eggs: Place eggs in a pot, cover with cold water by 1 inch, bring to a gentle boil, then remove from heat and cover. Let sit 10–12 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath, cool 5 minutes, then peel and chop.
2. Make dressing: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, dill pickle, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. If using, whisk in olive oil or bacon fat.
3. Combine: Add chopped eggs, chives, and fresh dill to the dressing. Gently fold until combined, keeping some egg texture.
4. Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon as needed. Chill 15–30 minutes to meld flavors (optional).
5. Serve: Spoon onto butter lettuce cups, low-carb bread, or enjoy straight. Keeps 3–4 days refrigerated in an airtight container.

Flavor profile

• Creamy, tangy, and slightly smoky from paprika, with bright herb notes from chives/dill and a crisp pickle tang for contrast.

Keto-Friendly explanation

• Uses full-fat mayo and sour cream for healthy fats while keeping carbs extremely low (eggs and condiments contribute minimal net carbs). Suitable for standard ketogenic macros.

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