Japanese Egg Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This Japanese egg salad is one of my favorite quick lunches because it comes together in just 45 minutes and costs almost nothing. Hard boiled eggs are packed with choline, which supports brain health, and when you toss them with crisp vegetables and a tangy sesame vinaigrette, you get a light yet satisfying dish that tastes restaurant quality. The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity just chop, mix, and enjoy. Whether you're meal prepping for the week or need something refreshing on a busy day, this salad delivers authentic Japanese flavors in your own kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 4 egghard-boiled japanese eggs
- 2 cmcucumber(sliced)
- 1 cmcarrot(peeled and grated)
- 1 cmred bell pepper(sliced)
- 2 cmgreen onion(thinly sliced)
- 2 mlsesame oil(optional)
- 2 mlsoy sauce(optional)
- 1 gsugar(optional)
- 1 mlrice vinegar(optional)
- 1 gsalt
- 1 gblack pepper
- 2 gtoasted sesame seeds(optional)
- 2 gchopped scallions(optional)
- 2 gpickled ginger(optional)
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Instructions
- 1
Hard-boil the Japanese eggs by submerging them in boiling water for 10-12 minutes. Then, immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, peel the eggs and slice them in half lengthwise.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, grated carrot, and sliced red bell pepper.
Tip: Mix well to combine.
- 3
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar has dissolved.
Tip: Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- 4
Add the whisked dressing to the bowl with the vegetables and mix until well combined.
- 5
Arrange the sliced Japanese eggs on top of the vegetable mixture and garnish with toasted sesame seeds, chopped scallions, and pickled ginger (if using).
Tip: Optional for added flavor and texture.
- 6
Drizzle the sesame oil over the salad (if using) and toss gently to combine.
Tip: Optional for added richness.
- 7
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tip: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
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