Spicy Greek Yogurt Egg Salad with Relish & Hot Pepper Oil

Fresh and spicy egg salad, garnished with herbs and spices, paired with sliced tomatoes, red onion, lettuce, toasted bread, and a pickle, ready to be made into a delicious sandwich.

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Sometimes you just need a quick meal that comes together without a lot of planning. That’s exactly how this Spicy Greek Yogurt Egg Salad with Relish & Hot Pepper Oil came to be. We had a few hard-boiled eggs in the fridge, needed something quick for lunch, and I knew one thing for sure—it needed some spice! 🌶️

I swapped the traditional mayonnaise for creamy Greek yogurt and added sweet relish, fresh lime juice, cilantro, and a drizzle of hot pepper oil. The combination gives this egg salad a creamy, tangy, slightly sweet flavor with just the right amount of heat. It comes together in about 10 minutes, then just give it 20–30 minutes to chill before serving.

It’s one of those easy recipes you can throw together in about 10 minutes and have ready for lunch, a quick snack, or an easy weeknight meal. Serve it on toasted bread, pile it into a wrap, scoop it into lettuce cups, or grab some crackers and dig in. However you serve it, this spicy egg salad is proof that a quick meal doesn’t have to be boring!

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Serves: 4

Prep time: 10 minutes

Spicy Greek Yogurt Egg Salad with Relish & Hot Pepper Oil Ingredients

• 6 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled

• ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt

• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish

• 1 tablespoon Dijon or yellow mustard

• 1–2 teaspoons hot pepper oil, to taste

• 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion

• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

• 1–2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped

• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

• ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

• ¼ teaspoon Himalayan pink salt, or to taste

• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• 1–2 teaspoons finely chopped jalapeño, optional

Sliced hard boiled eggs, perfectly prepped for a tasty and creamy egg salad.

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Spicy Greek Yogurt Egg Salad with Relish & Hot Pepper Oil Instructions

1. Chop the eggs: Roughly chop the hard-boiled eggs, leaving some larger pieces for texture.

2. Make the dressing: Whisk together the Greek yogurt, relish, mustard, hot pepper oil, lime juice, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

3. Combine: Gently fold in the chopped eggs, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño if using.

4. Taste: Add more hot pepper oil for heat or a squeeze of lime for extra brightness.

5. Chill: Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before serving.

Ultimate egg salad sandwich perfection: a hearty mix of creamy egg salad, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomatoes between toasted whole-grain bread, served with crunchy chips and a tangy pickle spear.

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Why You’ll Love This Spicy Egg Salad

It has a little kick. The hot pepper oil adds just enough heat to wake up a classic egg salad. Start with a little and add more if you like things spicy.

Creamy without the mayo. Greek yogurt makes the egg salad creamy and satisfying while keeping the recipe fresh and light.

Fresh and flavorful. Fresh lime juice and cilantro brighten everything up, while relish adds a touch of sweetness and tang.

Ready in about 10 minutes. When you need a quick lunch, this recipe is hard to beat. If you already have hard-boiled eggs ready to go, it comes together in minutes.

So many ways to serve it. Make a classic egg salad sandwich, stuff it into a pita or wrap, serve it over greens, or scoop it up with your favorite crackers.

Easy to make your own. Like more heat? Add extra hot pepper oil or some finely chopped jalapeño.

Prefer it mild? Just use a little less. This is one of those recipes that’s easy to adjust to your family’s taste.

We like our meals with a little kick, and this egg salad definitely delivers. 🌶️